HEADLINES - **Colombia Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Israel Amid Gaza Conflict, Accuses Netanyahu of Genocide** - **Israel Expands Military Strikes into Lebanon Following Anti-Tank Missile Attacks** - **US Constructs Maritime Pier to Boost Gaza Humanitarian Aid as Crisis Worsens** The time is now 04:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the latest developments in the Middle East, tensions continue to escalate as various elements unfold in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has announced a dramatic shift in his country's diplomatic stance toward Israel. Amidst the ongoing Gaza war, President Petro, a vocal critic of Israel, declared that Colombia will sever diplomatic ties with Israel, accusing its government and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of genocide. This decision aligns Colombia with other nations that have expressed severe criticisms of Israel's actions in Gaza. The Israeli Foreign Minister, Israel Katz, countered these accusations, condemning Petro's statements and defending Israel's actions as measures of national defense. On the ground, the situation remains volatile. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have conducted airstrikes targeting Hezbollah's military infrastructure in southern Lebanon. This action follows the detection of anti-tank missile launches from Lebanon into northern Israel, which prompted immediate Israeli military response. These developments indicate a potential widening of the conflict zone, involving multiple actors in the region. Furthermore, in Gaza, the humanitarian situation is deteriorating. Reports indicate that the US military is constructing a maritime pier to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, with over 50% of the construction completed. This effort underscores the international concern over the civilian impact of the conflict. In a related development, a senior Hamas official has publicly rejected the current framework for a negotiation deal involving hostages, signaling ongoing complexities in reaching a diplomatic resolution to the hostilities. Meanwhile, Israeli security forces remain active in targeting wanted militants, as evidenced by recent operations in Tol Karem, where a vehicle carrying suspected militants was engaged. These multifaceted developments suggest a deepening and potentially expanding conflict, engaging various international actors and highlighting the complex geopolitical and humanitarian issues at play. The global community watches closely as each party navigates through diplomatic, military, and humanitarian challenges. 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/headshotbeforeall/63262 https://worldisraelnews.com/from-columbia-to-columbia-president-petro-vows-to-end-diplomatic-ties-with-israel/ https://t.me/headshotbeforeall/63261 https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-799471 https://t.me/headshotbeforeall/63260 https://t.me/headshotbeforeall/63259 https://t.me/headshotbeforeall/63258 a...