HEADLINES Israeli Soldiers Killed in Tank Explosion as Conflict with Hamas Escalates Israeli Finance Minister's Plan Threatens Palestinian Economy Amid Ongoing Conflict IDF Announces Humanitarian Pause in Gaza Operations Amid Rising Casualties The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca coincides with the Eid al-Adha holiday. Pilgrims are performing the "stoning of the devil" ritual in Saudi Arabia, commemorating Abraham's stoning of the devil. The ritual, fraught with past stampedes, is being conducted amid improved safety measures. Meanwhile, the conflict has escalated as two Israeli soldiers, Captain Eitan Koplovich and Senior Staff Sergeant Major Elon Waiss, were killed in a tank explosion in northern Gaza. Additionally, anti-government protesters have blocked roads in Israel, and there are concerns about the impact of Israel's economic policies on the West Bank. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's plan to sever a vital banking route between Israel and the Palestinian Authority could exacerbate the economic situation, potentially leading to a collapse of the Palestinian economy. This move follows tensions between the two entities, with the PA under scrutiny for potential terror financing and facing economic challenges. In Gaza, the IDF announced a humanitarian pause in military operations for humanitarian purposes along a specific route. This tactical pause aims to provide relief in the conflict-affected area. Furthermore, the IDF released the names of five additional soldiers killed in a blast in southern Gaza, adding to the toll of casualties in the conflict. As the conflict continues, the international community closely watches the developments, hoping for a resolution to the violence and a path towards peace in the region. The situation remains tense, with both sides facing significant challenges and losses as the conflict persists. 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://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2024/06/hajj-pilgrims-stone-devil-muslims-mark-eid-al-adha https://www.ynetnews.com/article/r1ckxehhr https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-806384 https://www.timesofisrael.com/already-reeling-west-bank-cowers-from-israeli-plan-to-punish-statehood-moves/ https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-reservists-killed-in-north-gaza-as-soldiers-slain-in-rafah-blast-named/ https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1107326 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1107324 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2024/06/israels-economic-war-chokes-occupied-west-bank a...