HEADLINES
Israel thwarts 130 drone smuggling attempts
Netanyahu trial paused over security concerns
Gaza plan faces Security Council vote

The time is now 12:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

This is the midday news update. Israeli security officials report that the army has stopped 130 drone smuggling attempts along the border with Egypt in the past month, with most of the equipment and arms traced to Iran or Yemen. Israeli authorities say the drones and related weapons represent a persistent effort to bolster militant capabilities in Gaza and elsewhere, and they emphasize the border operation remains a top priority for national security.

In domestic developments, the Tel Aviv District Court canceled Wednesday testimony in the Netanyahu trial due to what judges described as a security issue. A makeup hearing for Thursday was not scheduled immediately, leaving a temporary pause in the proceedings as security concerns are reviewed.

On the international front, a United Nations Security Council vote looms over a US-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan and authorizing an international stabilization force for the enclave. The latest draft envisions a transitional governance framework to oversee reconstruction and economic revival, and it contemplates the possible deployment of a stabilization mission to enforce a demilitarized Gaza. Israel has signaled reservations about moves toward a Palestinian state in the near term and has pledged to pursue security goals in Gaza with or without a political settlement. The Palestinian Authority has voiced cautious support for the US text, which has drawn objections from Hamas and some regional actors who worry about sovereignty and the balance of power in the region. Russia has suggested it may oppose the resolution, while China’s stance is seen as potentially pivotal but still uncertain. The vote is scheduled for later today, and allies monitoring the process say broad international backing would be crucial for any sustained peace effort.

Meanwhile, security forces report brief but significant incidents along the Gaza border. IDF units say they killed several terrorists who breached the Gaza Yellow Line in two separate incidents, after approaching troops and planting suspicious objects. In another development, Hamas-linked factions in Gaza have contended that undercover Israeli forces killed a local leader, a claim that has circulated on social and regional media and is being evaluated by observers and officials in Jerusalem and Gaza. The IDF notes such claims should be treated with caution until verifications are complete.

Across the border in the Sinai border region, Israeli defense officials say the efforts to disrupt infiltrations and drone networks from Egypt have intensified. The army has stressed that stopping weapon-carrying drones remains a critical objective as part of broader efforts to prevent militant serials from reconstituting their capabilities near Israel’s southern border.

In other security-related news, Israel’s military is rolling out a program called “Sister in Residence” in collaboration with the Warrior Family Center and the Permanent Family Center. Aimed at the spouses of senior combat officers, the program provides multidisciplinary support and resources designed to ease daily life and sustain professional development for families serving in the permanent command structure.

Diplomatically, there is continuing contact between Israel and international partners. New York City Mayor Eric Adams concluded a visit to Israel with a private meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office, where officials say he reaffirmed strong support for Israel and friendship with the Jewish community. Separately, there were discussions in European capitals concerning security and anti-Semitism, with France’s new interior minister reaffirming determination to confront antisemitism and bolster protection for Jewish communities.

On the broader regional stage, Iran’s defense minister recently arrived in the United Arab Emirates for talks that authorities described as a signal of continuing diplomatic maneuvering in the Gulf. The visit comes as Tehran and its regional adversaries navigate a complex web of security and economic concerns, with the UAE playing a careful role in balancing relationships with Iran and Western powers.

In remarks tied to policy debates in Washington, various voices have weighed in on Gaza policy. Some critics argue that any continued emphasis on a durable ceasefire must be paired with credible guarantees of security for Israel, including robust non-military tools. Others contend that steps toward Palestinian self-determination could, under the right conditions, contribute to regional stability. The debate is shaping how US diplomacy and Congress view the current international roadmap for Gaza, as well as how allies prepare to adjust to any new enforcement or reconstruction framework that could emerge from a Security Council decision.

Within Israel, discussions continue about how to address the broader security environment following the October 7 attacks and the ongoing Gaza situation. Public discourse remains focused on ensuring security for civilians and sustaining military readiness, while policymakers evaluate how to balance immediate security needs with longer-term regional stability.

In the financial and technology sphere, Russia announced new technology levies on consumer electronics that are slated to take effect in 2026, a measure aimed at increasing state revenue. While not directly tied to the Middle East, such developments influence global markets and the broader geopolitical context in which regional security and energy considerations unfold.

As this hour closes, the international community watches closely the Security Council vote and its potential implications for a Gaza governance framework, while on the ground, Israeli forces remain vigilant at the border and in Gaza as authorities pursue a multi-front approach to security and normalization challenges in the region. This is the midday update.

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