HEADLINES
- UN backs Trump Gaza ceasefire framework
- West Bank raids net 60 suspects, Hamas
- Hezbollah commander killed as Israel vows crackdown

The time is now 4:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

This is the 4:00 PM update from Jerusalem. Palestinian Authority Vice President Hussein Al Sheikh met in Ramallah with former British prime minister Tony Blair to discuss postwar Gaza plans as the UN Security Council supported the Trump administration’s Gaza ceasefire framework, a development that could shape regional diplomacy and aid access in the weeks ahead. The press from multiple parties stressed that the resolution backs a framework rather than a final settlement and leaves open questions about on‑the‑ground security arrangements and humanitarian access.

In the West Bank, paratroopers killed a terrorist who threw rocks at Israeli civilians and soldiers near Ofra, while Israeli forces, acting under Shin Bet guidance, arrested more than 60 wanted suspects in the West Bank last week, including 18 Hamas operatives. The operations reflect ongoing Israeli efforts to disrupt militant infrastructure while maintaining a heavy security posture in the area.

On the security front,IDF leadership and strategy were again in focus as Major General Eyal Zamir outlined disciplinary steps related to October 7, saying the army has addressed failures and remains ready to strike across all arenas. In related developments, a Sunday strike killed Hezbollah military commander Ali Tabatabai, prompting Prime Minister Netanyahu to reaffirm that Israel will not allow Hezbollah to rebuild and urged Lebanon to enforce its disarmament obligations for the sake of civilian safety along the border.

Israel’s security and diplomacy apparatus also moved to administrative reshuffles. The World Zionist Organization announced a new coalition arrangement with Rabbi Doron Perez set to become president and Avigdor Lieberman’s Hagoel taking the chair, a shift that traditionally centers on budget and diaspora relations but could influence soft power and fundraising efforts in the region. In parallel, former defense minister Gallant vacated his home after a Shin Bet security risk assessment, and senior commanders faced reassignment as part of a broader review of October 7–related performance. The changes included leadership adjustments within the intelligence and operations cadres, signaling a recalibration of command responsibilities.

Contemporary digital and information-security themes continued to surface. An X location feature now allows users to see the origin timelines of online accounts alleging to speak for Israel, raising questions about foreign influence and the integrity of online discourse. Israeli authorities also highlighted separate incidents of online manipulation tied to broader regional dynamics.

In Washington’s circle, US policy moves and international diplomacy remained intertwined with ongoing conflict dynamics. US efforts in Geneva to advance a peace framework for Ukraine continued amid tensions over concessions and security guarantees; Ukrainian officials expressed gratitude for American backing, while Europeans signaled the need to protect Ukraine’s borders and military capacity. President Trump asserted that Ukraine’s leadership should express gratitude, while European leaders pressed for guarantees that Kyiv’s sovereignty would not be compromised. In parallel, the Trump administration moved to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, signaling a broader US effort to recalibrate regional security alignments.

Within Israel’s security perimeter, authorities reported a stabbing in Beersheba that left a woman seriously injured; investigators are examining whether the incident is linked to hate crime motives or broader criminal activity, noting the victim’s transgender status as part of the inquiry. In the Negev, a fire in Rahat drew rapid response teams to contain it as firefighters assessed its spread and potential structural damage, with no casualties reported at this time. A ceremonial declaration event for the Hashmonaim Brigade underscored continued recruitment and training within elite yeshiva communities, reflecting ongoing integration of religious studies with military service.

Finally, in a broader regional development, Hezbollah’s leadership and regional messaging remained in the spotlight following confirmed reports of the organization announcing the elimination of a key operative, reinforcing Israel’s warnings about Hezbollah’s capacity and the need for sustained vigilance along the northern front.

Today’s developments underscore a continuing pattern: parallel tracks of diplomacy, security actions on the ground, and ongoing debates over strategy and alliance partnerships shape the evolving regional landscape, with Israel, the Palestinian territories, regional actors, and international partners weighing security, humanitarian, and political considerations as events unfold.

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