HEADLINES - **French Court Overturns Ban on Israeli Firms at Eurosatory 2024 Defense Show** - **Right-Wing Israeli Politicians Push for Immediate Gaza Settlement Amid Conflict** - **Former MK Feiglin Advocates Expulsion of Palestinians from West Bank and Gaza** The time is now 09:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In recent developments concerning the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, several key events have unfolded, shedding light on the complex and multifaceted nature of this prolonged confrontation. Firstly, the Paris Commercial Court has recently overturned a ban imposed by the French Defense Ministry that restricted Israeli companies from participating in the upcoming Eurosatory 2024 defense trade show. This decision comes in the wake of the French government's directive, which sought to exclude Israeli defense firms from the event due to ongoing military operations in Rafah and the resulting international outcry. The court found that such a ban constituted discrimination, which is a criminal offense under French law, and ordered the suspension of the restrictions until the end of the exhibition. Despite this legal victory, major Israeli defense companies such as Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Elbit Systems have indicated that they will not attend the show, reflecting the broader political and diplomatic tensions. The original ban was motivated by a recent Israeli airstrike in Rafah that killed dozens of civilians, an incident which drew significant international condemnation. The French government, under President Emmanuel Macron, has vocally called for a cessation of Israeli Defense Forces operations in Gaza. This stance has also influenced diplomatic relations, with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant expressing strong criticism of France's policies, accusing them of hostility towards Israel and ignoring the actions of Hamas. In domestic Israeli politics, there has been a significant push from right-wing elements to resettle the Gaza Strip. During a recent Knesset caucus, led by Otzma Yehudit MK Limor Son Har-Melech and Religious Zionist Party MK Tzvi Sukkot, participants advocated for immediate Jewish settlement in Gaza as a continuation of Zionist objectives. Influential figures, such as Daniella Weiss of the Nahala movement, outlined plans to begin settlement within months, emphasizing the need to act swiftly and not wait for a post-Hamas scenario. The proposals include training groups to enter Gaza and establishing settlements based on existing IDF outposts. Former Knesset member Moshe Feiglin took the rhetoric further, suggesting the settlement of southern Lebanon up to the Litani river, and advocating for the expulsion of Palestinians from both the West Bank and Gaza. Such statements reflect a more extreme stance within Israeli politics, emphasizing settlement as a form of victory and control over contested territories. Noteworthy political attendees at the caucus included Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu and MKs from the Otzma Yehudit and Likud parties. Eliyahu echoed sentiments that the spirit and vision of Hamas on October 7 must be met with a robust Israeli claim to all land, suggesting that Israeli soldiers should not risk their lives if the end goal is to hand over Gaza to the Palestinian Authority. These developments highlight the ongoing and deep-rooted complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict, where legal battles, international diplomacy, and domestic political agendas intertwine, shaping the future landscape of the region. 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...