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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-26 at 00:02
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US outlines Hamas dismantling amid Iran escalation
Paris suburb orders mezuzah removal by family
Likud faction led by Bitan challenges Netanyahu
The time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a document outlines the step-by-step dismantling of Hamas by the United States, signaling how regional security actions are being framed. A report on Israel's next generation of science and security education highlights programs that include cancer patients, bereaved families, and soldiers who will participate in the Tel Aviv Marathon. Coverage also notes a discussion that the confrontation with Iran may have begun, pointing to an unusual move by the United States described in current reporting. A global think tank is cited as projecting Israel becoming a superpower not only in the Middle East, with broader reach beyond the region.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, a recent briefing or analysis questions why a highly visible asset was sent specifically to Israel, suggesting policy emphasis tied to that deployment. A former IDF female soldier with dual Israeli-Turkish citizenship was detained in Turkey and released after US diplomatic pressure, with the incident occurring amid an Islamist campaigning wave targeting foreign-born soldiers in the IDF. Trump aides are reported to prefer an Israeli strike on Iran first, with senior advisers seeing political upside if Israel acts first while the United States weighs options, signals a mixed stance on nuclear policy, and prepares for Geneva talks.
In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a Jewish family in Villeneuve-la-Garenne near Paris was ordered to remove a mezuzah from their apartment doorframe within 15 days or face possible legal action. The notice, issued by the local Century 21 L'Ami Immobilier Conseil branch that manages the building, argued the mezuzah altered the appearance of common spaces and required prior approval, warning the company could restore the doorframe at the family’s expense if they did not comply. Century 21 France’s national network says it does not support the removal order and is reviewing the matter.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, observers note a questions surrounding Prime Minister Netanyahu’s political strength within the Likud as internal tensions rise. Reports describe a faction led by David Bitan as challenging the prime minister, with clashes over policy moves, including resistance to a proposed VAT increase that sparked internal dissent. In the party’s most recent primaries, there were persistent indications that Netanyahu’s effort to reshape the list faced pushback, fueling a broader debate inside the party about leadership and strategy.
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.
SOURCES
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289289
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289294
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888034
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hyrj9np0011l
https://t.me/JewishNews24/50181
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289292
US outlines Hamas dismantling amid Iran escalation
Paris suburb orders mezuzah removal by family
Likud faction led by Bitan challenges Netanyahu
The time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a document outlines the step-by-step dismantling of Hamas by the United States, signaling how regional security actions are being framed. A report on Israel's next generation of science and security education highlights programs that include cancer patients, bereaved families, and soldiers who will participate in the Tel Aviv Marathon. Coverage also notes a discussion that the confrontation with Iran may have begun, pointing to an unusual move by the United States described in current reporting. A global think tank is cited as projecting Israel becoming a superpower not only in the Middle East, with broader reach beyond the region.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, a recent briefing or analysis questions why a highly visible asset was sent specifically to Israel, suggesting policy emphasis tied to that deployment. A former IDF female soldier with dual Israeli-Turkish citizenship was detained in Turkey and released after US diplomatic pressure, with the incident occurring amid an Islamist campaigning wave targeting foreign-born soldiers in the IDF. Trump aides are reported to prefer an Israeli strike on Iran first, with senior advisers seeing political upside if Israel acts first while the United States weighs options, signals a mixed stance on nuclear policy, and prepares for Geneva talks.
In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a Jewish family in Villeneuve-la-Garenne near Paris was ordered to remove a mezuzah from their apartment doorframe within 15 days or face possible legal action. The notice, issued by the local Century 21 L'Ami Immobilier Conseil branch that manages the building, argued the mezuzah altered the appearance of common spaces and required prior approval, warning the company could restore the doorframe at the family’s expense if they did not comply. Century 21 France’s national network says it does not support the removal order and is reviewing the matter.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, observers note a questions surrounding Prime Minister Netanyahu’s political strength within the Likud as internal tensions rise. Reports describe a faction led by David Bitan as challenging the prime minister, with clashes over policy moves, including resistance to a proposed VAT increase that sparked internal dissent. In the party’s most recent primaries, there were persistent indications that Netanyahu’s effort to reshape the list faced pushback, fueling a broader debate inside the party about leadership and strategy.
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.
SOURCES
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289289
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289294
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888034
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hyrj9np0011l
https://t.me/JewishNews24/50181
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1289292