HEADLINES
West Bank attack kills Israeli, several wounded
UNSC backs Gaza demilitarization plan
Aleppo opens trial over March violence

The time is now 8:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

Good morning. Here is the latest update on the region’s security and diplomacy.

In the West Bank near the Gush Etzion Junction, a terror attack left one Israeli in his 30s dead and three others wounded, including a 40-year-old woman in serious condition and a 15-year-old boy in moderate condition. Initial reports indicated a vehicle ramming followed by knife attacks by assailants who were neutralized at the scene. Emergency responders said the attack was severe and unusual in its complexity, and security forces launched a manhunt in the area as a wider security operation commenced around nearby communities.

In a separate development related to the Gaza front, Israeli forces reported that two terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached troops in southern Gaza were neutralized. The incident comes after earlier attempts by militants to cross the line were thwarted, and follows ongoing Israeli activity to prevent infiltrations and reinforce border controls in the area.

On the diplomatic front, the United Nations Security Council voted to back a US-sponsored plan for Gaza, a framework that envisions an International Stabilization Force and a path toward demilitarization. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed the vote, saying the plan offers a route to peace and prosperity by advancing demilitarization and regional integration. President Isaac Herzog described the move as a historic milestone that must be translated into practical progress, including the return of hostages and steps toward a broader settlement. Opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized the decision, saying Netanyahu acted under American pressure and arguing the plan could reshape regional dynamics beyond the West Bank and Gaza. The resolution emphasizes the de-radicalization of Gaza, the training of Palestinian security forces, and international support for the reconstruction and humanitarian efforts, while acknowledging the aspiration for a two-state process as conditions allow.

In Washington, two Democratic senators raised concerns about Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, citing potential financial conflicts of interest and questions about the accuracy of his ethics disclosures. The letter argues that links between a UAE-backed investment and technology export plans could present ethical and national security questions, particularly as discussions continue about export controls for advanced chips and related technology. A White House spokesperson and representatives for Witkoff said the administration and the envoy have addressed ethics requirements, but the lawmakers urged careful scrutiny.

Turning to accountability in Syria, the first trial opened in Aleppo for a wave of violence in March tied to clashes between government-aligned forces and militias loyal to the former regime. Prosecutors allege charges including fomenting civil war, murder, looting, and related offenses; the proceedings come as a broader international push for accountability in Syria continues. Officials say the investigation covers hundreds of suspects linked to the violence along the coast and in major cities, with the process expected to unfold over time.

In other notes, Israeli officials recently announced the evacuation and demolition of an illegal settlement outpost in the Gush Etzion region as part of ongoing enforcement actions and a broader political debate about accountability for the events of October 7, 2023. Justice Minister Yariv Levin is slated to lead a ministerial panel determining the mandate of the government’s commission of inquiry into those events, a step that reflects growing attention to how such a security crisis could unfold in the future and what reforms may be required.

International reaction to the Gaza plan also includes comments from the United Nations Secretary-General, who welcomed the Security Council’s action as an important step in consolidating the ceasefire and in enabling humanitarian relief. He stressed the need to translate diplomatic momentum into ground-level actions and to maintain a political process toward a broader two-state framework.

In short, the region is absorbing the dual pressures of immediate security threats and a shifting diplomatic architecture. On the ground, Israeli and Palestinian communities continue to live with the consequences of recent violence and the ongoing security measures designed to prevent further attacks. In Washington and New York, diplomatic and ethical questions about policy, aid, and long-term stability frame the next steps in the effort to shape a durable and peaceful outcome for Gaza, the West Bank, and the wider region.

Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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