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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-01-10 at 02:04

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 HEADLINESIsrael to taper US aid over decadeMoscow launches hypersonic near NATO perimeterSteny Hoyer retires signaling bipartisan shiftThe time is now 9:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told The Economist that Israel intends to reduce its reliance on American military aid, aiming to fully taper off within the next decade, with the 3.8 billion dollar annual package due for renegotiation in 2028. He said the shift is already in progress and that Israel will continue to pursue strong ties with the American public while seeking to present Israel as independent and capable of operating with broad support. He described Israel’s public perception as a challenge and spoke of a global fight against propaganda, saying the battle is like “cavalry against F-35s” as misinformation circulates on social media. Netanyahu warned that Israel faces an “impossible standard” in its prosecuting of the Israel-Hamas war and suggested that a ceasefire could ease international criticism, at least for a time, while noting that the war’s aftermath could color international attitudes for years to come.On Iran, Netanyahu said regime change is not Israel’s goal, but he argued that the war’s consequences could produce political shifts within the country. He cited the June 2025 joint US-Israeli strikes that degraded Iran’s nuclear capabilities and argued that Iran’s recent military setbacks, coupled with severe domestic mismanagement and the axis of terror it funds, may produce pressure for change from within. He said Israel would not intervene in the Iranian street protests, while stressing there is a clear red line if Iran attacks Israel, after which there would be grave consequences for Tehran. The ceasefire with Hamas is viewed by some observers as potentially easing the volume of international criticism, though the long arc of the conflict remains contentious.In Washington, Senator Lindsey Graham welcomed Netanyahu’s remarks and urged accelerating the wind-down of the ten-year aid arrangement, arguing that the United States should recoup billions in subsidies and reinvest them in its own military. He said there is no need to wait a full decade and indicated he would press to expedite the timetable through his subcommittee and with the Trump administration’s approach in mind.Back home, a confrontation over Middle East policy spilled into New York City’s streets. In Queens, a pro-Hamas demonstration near a synagogue drew swift condemnation from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who said such rhetoric has no place in the city. Governor Kathy Hochul, Representative Grace Meng, and New York City’s new speaker, Julie Menin, joined a broad chorus denouncing antisemitism and affirming Israel’s right to security. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, along with other members of Congress, also spoke out, underscoring a unified stance against hate and a commitment to safety around Jewish institutions. The protests occurred as part of a broader national discussion about the balance between freedom of expression and protection from intimidation.Separately, Moscow’s ongoing display of force near the NATO perimeter was highlighted by the launch of a hypersonic ballistic missile reported as the Oreshnik, a development that has drawn concern from European capitals and Washington about stability in a tense security environment.In US political life, longtime pro-Israel figure Steny Hoyer announced his retirement from Congress, a development that underscores shifting dynamics within both major parties as lawmakers reassess how best to sustain bipartisan support for Israel and maintain US security commitments in a changing regional landscape.Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-882871https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-10-2026/https://www.ynetnews.com/article/skinefkswghttps://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-882873https://www.timesofisrael.com/day-after-pro-hamas-protest-mamdani-says-hate-chants-have-no-place-in-our-city/
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