Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-09-23 at 07:07
Update: 2025-09-23
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Robotic units carve path in Gaza Sabra
Hamas seeks 60-day pause to free hostages
US seeks regional buy-in for postwar Gaza
The time is now 3:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Good morning. This is your hour-by-hour update on the war and the wider regional and international picture, and what it means for security, diplomacy, and civilians.
In Gaza, the fighting is entering another phase as Israeli ground operations continue around central Gaza City. Palestinian accounts describe a coordinated push in Sabra, with unmanned, “robotic” vehicles clearing a path for tanks to move through the Sabra neighborhood from Tel al-Hawa to Sabra, a route north of the city center. Reports say at least three to four of these robotic units detonated in recent hours in Sabra, with a map showing Sabra just north of Tel al-Hawa. Arab media and Gaza sources also say tanks have been roaming Tel al-Hawa since yesterday. Video footage circulating reportedly shows a tracked vehicle laying explosive charges inside Sabra, with smoke rising and damage spreading across dozens of structures. In another development, Palestinian sources say Israeli forces have entered the Shati refugee camp on Gaza’s western edge, an area that had not seen ground activity for more than a year and a half. Military movements reportedly followed prior aerial and artillery strikes, with bursts of fire visible across the camp as tanks and armored units moved in west of the Al-Quds Open University site, about 750 meters from the coast. The camp’s congested streets have long raised concerns about civilian harm, and authorities describe a sustained air, artillery, and ground campaign aimed at neutralizing threats and hindering militants in the area.
The human toll remains enormous and difficult to verify independently. Gaza’s health ministry, run by Hamas, says more than 65,000 people have been killed or are presumed dead in the fighting to date. Israel counters that its own campaigns have killed more than 22,000 combatants in Gaza and that about 1,600 terrorists have been killed inside Israel during the same period. The civilian toll, as always, is the most contested and painful part of the story, with both sides arguing over civilian casualties and the use of dense urban areas for militancy.
Hostages and captives remain a central, unresolved issue. Hamas and allied groups are holding 48 hostages in Gaza, including the bodies of at least 26 confirmed dead. Officials say roughly 20 hostages are believed to be alive, with two in potentially grave condition. The hostage crisis continues to color every ceasefire discussion and hostage negotiation, and efforts to reach a comprehensive ceasefire-hostage agreement are ongoing even as military operations press forward.
On the diplomatic front, the war in Gaza continues to shape broader regional and international diplomacy. In New York, US President Donald Trump is slated to address the United Nations General Assembly amid questions about the US role and its approach to Gaza. The White House has outlined plans for a multilateral discussion, inviting leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, Indonesia and Pakistan to discuss Gaza and a post-war governance framework. Reports describe a US plan that envisions a withdrawal by Israel under a broader security and funding architecture, with a regional security presence to support reconstruction and governance. While Netanyahu has expressed support for a comprehensive ceasefire-hostage deal, sources familiar with the talks caution that parts of the plan, such as Palestinian Authority involvement in governance, could be difficult for Israel to accept. Hamas has separately circulated a letter to President Trump requesting a 60-day pause in hostilities in exchange for releasing roughly half of the remaining hostages, a proposal that has met resistance from Israeli officials who insist on a comprehensive deal that disarms Hamas and liberates all hostages.
In parallel, US diplomacy is moving on other fronts. The Times of Israel reports that President Trump intends to meet Muslim leaders and discuss Gaza, seeking regional buy-in for a plan to end the war. US officials describe a framework they believe could form the contours of a post-war settlement, with international support, funding for transition, and a role for regional security arrangements while ensuring that Hamas is not re-empowered. The White House emphasizes a renewal of American strength and a pushback against what it calls decayed global institutions, while noting that any final settlement will require broad regional acceptance. Netanyahu is said to be familiar with elements of the plan but not fully aligned with every dimension of it, particularly governance arrangements that would involve the Palestinian Authority.
Beyond Gaza, the broader Middle East scene shows continued diplomacy and strategic recalibration. A report on the sidelines of the UN gathering notes that Iran and Egypt’s foreign ministers met in New York, signaling ongoing regional diplomacy that could influence posture toward Israel and Iran’s proxies. In Washington, discussions about possible actions against international bodies tied to war-crimes investigations continue, with some discussions reportedly weighing sanctions on the International Criminal Court in The Hague. The aim, officials say, is to address concerns about investigations that touch Israeli officials and broader questions of accountability, though many governments and organizations warn that such moves could complicate existing international cooperation.
On the broader security front, there are scattered incidents and developments beyond Gaza. A pair of drone-related disruptions affected air travel in Europe, with Copenhagen and Oslo reporting drone sightings that disrupted flights and led to temporary holds on thousands of passengers. Danish authorities stressed that there was no immediate evidence of a threat to passengers, but the incidents prompted quick responses to secure airspace. In Israel, domestic issues also surface. A significant demonstration in front of the home of Education Minister Yoav Kish drew police attention as supporters pressed for action on the ongoing concern for hostages, while other protests and police activity occurred in multiple locations as part of a broader cycle of political activism during a difficult period.
In other regional and related news, an indicator of shifting geopolitical currents comes from the broader arc of diplomacy and economic engagement. The European Union and Indonesia announced a sweeping, nearly comprehensive trade pact that promises major tariff relief for EU exports to Indonesia, including cars and machinery. The accord, while primarily economic in scope, sits against a backdrop of shifting alliances and shared interests in trade, energy, and regional stability. In a separate domestic incident, a 70-year-old man was reported to have collapsed at a Tel Aviv beach and was transported to a hospital in critical condition, underscoring the constant vulnerability of civilians to a wide range of emergencies even amid national security concerns.
As we move forward, the central thread remains clear: Israel pursues its security objectives with an emphasis on protecting civilians and pressing for a sustainable end to the Gaza war that would secure the release of hostages and disarm Hamas. The United States continues to align with that aim by seeking regional buy-in and practical steps that could enable Israel’s withdrawal under a governance framework, with international support for reconstruction and security. At the same time, the war has become a global test of diplomacy, international law, and the balance between security and humanitarian obligations, with Iran’s regional posture and the future of its proxies, the fate of Gaza’s people, and the stability of the broader region all riding on today’s decisions and tomorrow’s diplomacy. We will keep you updated as this hour unfolds.
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.
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https://t.me/abualiexpress/105418
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjpagaj3xg
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1235427
https://t.me/abualiexpress/105417
https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-868406
https://t.me/newssil/171793
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Robotic units carve path in Gaza Sabra
Hamas seeks 60-day pause to free hostages
US seeks regional buy-in for postwar Gaza
The time is now 3:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Good morning. This is your hour-by-hour update on the war and the wider regional and international picture, and what it means for security, diplomacy, and civilians.
In Gaza, the fighting is entering another phase as Israeli ground operations continue around central Gaza City. Palestinian accounts describe a coordinated push in Sabra, with unmanned, “robotic” vehicles clearing a path for tanks to move through the Sabra neighborhood from Tel al-Hawa to Sabra, a route north of the city center. Reports say at least three to four of these robotic units detonated in recent hours in Sabra, with a map showing Sabra just north of Tel al-Hawa. Arab media and Gaza sources also say tanks have been roaming Tel al-Hawa since yesterday. Video footage circulating reportedly shows a tracked vehicle laying explosive charges inside Sabra, with smoke rising and damage spreading across dozens of structures. In another development, Palestinian sources say Israeli forces have entered the Shati refugee camp on Gaza’s western edge, an area that had not seen ground activity for more than a year and a half. Military movements reportedly followed prior aerial and artillery strikes, with bursts of fire visible across the camp as tanks and armored units moved in west of the Al-Quds Open University site, about 750 meters from the coast. The camp’s congested streets have long raised concerns about civilian harm, and authorities describe a sustained air, artillery, and ground campaign aimed at neutralizing threats and hindering militants in the area.
The human toll remains enormous and difficult to verify independently. Gaza’s health ministry, run by Hamas, says more than 65,000 people have been killed or are presumed dead in the fighting to date. Israel counters that its own campaigns have killed more than 22,000 combatants in Gaza and that about 1,600 terrorists have been killed inside Israel during the same period. The civilian toll, as always, is the most contested and painful part of the story, with both sides arguing over civilian casualties and the use of dense urban areas for militancy.
Hostages and captives remain a central, unresolved issue. Hamas and allied groups are holding 48 hostages in Gaza, including the bodies of at least 26 confirmed dead. Officials say roughly 20 hostages are believed to be alive, with two in potentially grave condition. The hostage crisis continues to color every ceasefire discussion and hostage negotiation, and efforts to reach a comprehensive ceasefire-hostage agreement are ongoing even as military operations press forward.
On the diplomatic front, the war in Gaza continues to shape broader regional and international diplomacy. In New York, US President Donald Trump is slated to address the United Nations General Assembly amid questions about the US role and its approach to Gaza. The White House has outlined plans for a multilateral discussion, inviting leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, Indonesia and Pakistan to discuss Gaza and a post-war governance framework. Reports describe a US plan that envisions a withdrawal by Israel under a broader security and funding architecture, with a regional security presence to support reconstruction and governance. While Netanyahu has expressed support for a comprehensive ceasefire-hostage deal, sources familiar with the talks caution that parts of the plan, such as Palestinian Authority involvement in governance, could be difficult for Israel to accept. Hamas has separately circulated a letter to President Trump requesting a 60-day pause in hostilities in exchange for releasing roughly half of the remaining hostages, a proposal that has met resistance from Israeli officials who insist on a comprehensive deal that disarms Hamas and liberates all hostages.
In parallel, US diplomacy is moving on other fronts. The Times of Israel reports that President Trump intends to meet Muslim leaders and discuss Gaza, seeking regional buy-in for a plan to end the war. US officials describe a framework they believe could form the contours of a post-war settlement, with international support, funding for transition, and a role for regional security arrangements while ensuring that Hamas is not re-empowered. The White House emphasizes a renewal of American strength and a pushback against what it calls decayed global institutions, while noting that any final settlement will require broad regional acceptance. Netanyahu is said to be familiar with elements of the plan but not fully aligned with every dimension of it, particularly governance arrangements that would involve the Palestinian Authority.
Beyond Gaza, the broader Middle East scene shows continued diplomacy and strategic recalibration. A report on the sidelines of the UN gathering notes that Iran and Egypt’s foreign ministers met in New York, signaling ongoing regional diplomacy that could influence posture toward Israel and Iran’s proxies. In Washington, discussions about possible actions against international bodies tied to war-crimes investigations continue, with some discussions reportedly weighing sanctions on the International Criminal Court in The Hague. The aim, officials say, is to address concerns about investigations that touch Israeli officials and broader questions of accountability, though many governments and organizations warn that such moves could complicate existing international cooperation.
On the broader security front, there are scattered incidents and developments beyond Gaza. A pair of drone-related disruptions affected air travel in Europe, with Copenhagen and Oslo reporting drone sightings that disrupted flights and led to temporary holds on thousands of passengers. Danish authorities stressed that there was no immediate evidence of a threat to passengers, but the incidents prompted quick responses to secure airspace. In Israel, domestic issues also surface. A significant demonstration in front of the home of Education Minister Yoav Kish drew police attention as supporters pressed for action on the ongoing concern for hostages, while other protests and police activity occurred in multiple locations as part of a broader cycle of political activism during a difficult period.
In other regional and related news, an indicator of shifting geopolitical currents comes from the broader arc of diplomacy and economic engagement. The European Union and Indonesia announced a sweeping, nearly comprehensive trade pact that promises major tariff relief for EU exports to Indonesia, including cars and machinery. The accord, while primarily economic in scope, sits against a backdrop of shifting alliances and shared interests in trade, energy, and regional stability. In a separate domestic incident, a 70-year-old man was reported to have collapsed at a Tel Aviv beach and was transported to a hospital in critical condition, underscoring the constant vulnerability of civilians to a wide range of emergencies even amid national security concerns.
As we move forward, the central thread remains clear: Israel pursues its security objectives with an emphasis on protecting civilians and pressing for a sustainable end to the Gaza war that would secure the release of hostages and disarm Hamas. The United States continues to align with that aim by seeking regional buy-in and practical steps that could enable Israel’s withdrawal under a governance framework, with international support for reconstruction and security. At the same time, the war has become a global test of diplomacy, international law, and the balance between security and humanitarian obligations, with Iran’s regional posture and the future of its proxies, the fate of Gaza’s people, and the stability of the broader region all riding on today’s decisions and tomorrow’s diplomacy. We will keep you updated as this hour unfolds.
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://t.me/abualiexpress/105419
https://t.me/newssil/171794
https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-to-meet-muslim-leaders-to-discuss-proposal-for-ending-war-in-gaza/
https://t.me/abualiexpress/105418
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjpagaj3xg
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1235427
https://t.me/abualiexpress/105417
https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-868406
https://t.me/newssil/171793
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1235425
https://t.me/newssil/171792
<a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com/why-po
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