Episode Details

Today's report details rising tensions between Israel, Syria, and Turkey following an Israeli airstrike near the Turkish border. We examine the IDF's first war crimes investigation report since October 7th and the advancement of the controversial E1 settlement plan in the West Bank. Political developments include a new poll showing opposition parties ahead of the current coalition and the Knesset Speaker's defiance of a High Court ruling. Plus, insights from former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on AI and regional policy, and news of a significant increase in the IDF's defense budget.

Sources:
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-905987
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-906005
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