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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-25 at 07:08

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 HEADLINES- France Bardella set to win 2027 presidency- Binance sued for one billion Hamas payments- Judge dismisses Comey and James casesThe time is now 2:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.At 2:00 AM, here is the hour’s international update, presented with clarity and context.A new Odoxa poll in France indicates that Jordan Bardella would finish first in every tested matchup for the 2027 presidential election, beating all opponents in both rounds. The results point to continued momentum for France’s far-right space in a volatile European political landscape, with potential implications for national security policy, immigration debates, and France’s approach to the European Union and transatlantic security ties. Polls of this nature are not guarantees of outcomes, but they can shape campaign dynamics and policy emphasis as candidates position themselves on issues of security, economy, and France’s role in Europe and abroad.In the Gaza conflict, the Israeli air force conducted strikes against targets east of Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip. The Israeli military described the facilities as terror-related and stated the operations were aimed at neutralizing threats, reflecting the ongoing, intensified dynamics between Israel and militant groups in Gaza as hostilities persist and cross-border incidents continue to shape daily life in the region.Across the broader security landscape, victims of Hamas’ 2023 attack have filed a civil suit against Binance and founder Changpeng Zhao, alleging the platform processed more than one billion dollars in transactions for terrorist groups after the attack and continued to facilitate payments despite regulatory scrutiny. The case highlights ongoing debates over how cryptocurrency platforms should monitor and halt illicit financing connected to extremist actors, a matter of international concern as authorities seek to cut off funding networks while balancing innovation and access.In Afghanistan, reports from Taliban authorities say Pakistani airstrikes in the eastern Afghan province of Khost killed nine children and a woman, adding to an already fraught cross-border relationship. The incident underscores the volatility of border security in the region, where militant activity, civilian harm, and diplomatic tensions interlock with broader regional security dynamics and humanitarian considerations.Turning to influential religious leadership and regional symbolism, a forthcoming papal visit to Lebanon is highlighted by a story about Saint Charbel and the country’s multi-confessional landscape. The visit, set against Lebanon’s ongoing economic and security challenges, is described as a moment of reflection and appeal for renewal, with Lebanon’s public life shaped by faith, memory, and the pressures of regional conflict. The pilgrimage site’s significance extends beyond Christian communities, drawing visitors from diverse backgrounds and illustrating the difficult balance Lebanon seeks between tradition and rapid political and demographic change.In Washington, a federal judge dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who brought the charges was appointed improperly by the Justice Department. The court did not address the merits of the charges themselves, leaving open the possibility of refiling. The decision is a procedural development in a politically charged set of cases, illustrating the thin line between prosecutorial process and the politicized narratives that have accompanied efforts to hold senior officials to account in recent years. The Department has signaled it will appeal, and the discussions surrounding appointing interim prosecutors in high-profile offices reflect the ongoing negotiation between the executive branch and the judiciary over the boundaries of legal authority.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for new limits on prisoner releases, arguing that hostage deals risk fueling further abductions. He urged codification of the Shamgar Committee’s 2012 recommendations to guide negotiations and suggested that existing laws already restrict wartime releases. The remarks come amid debates about how best to balance security imperatives with humanitarian and political considerations in any future hostage-prize arrangements, a topic that remains central to Israel’s approach to conflict management and regional security diplomacy.Analysts and observers also weigh Iran’s posture after the high-profile assassination of Hezbollah’s chief of staff Haytham Tabataba’i. Despite aggressive rhetoric from Tehran and its allies, a senior official cited in reporting suggests Iran will likely avoid direct, large-scale retaliation in the near term. Domestic pressures—economic distress, water shortages, and inflation—along with a damaged military capacity from past confrontations, are ...
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