Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2024-06-26 at 03:02
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HEADLINES Hezbollah Operative Killed in Israeli Air Strike in Gaza Prime Minister Netanyahu Warns of Potential ICC Arrest Warrants American Arms Shipments to Israel Slowed, Sparking Diplomatic Dispute The time is now 03:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, a construction worker, aged 24, sustained moderate injuries after falling approximately 5 meters at a building site near Or Yehuda. He received medical treatment from Magen David Adom personnel and was transferred to Sheba Medical Center with injuries to his chest and limbs. Tulkarm resident Amar Nasser Allah, arrested for involvement in a shooting towards Bat Hefer, confessed to being part of a terror cell conducting shootings in the area. His confession also implicated additional suspects in the cell. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of potential ICC warrants for his and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's arrest before his scheduled speech to Congress in late July. In Russia, journalist Evan Gershkovich faced trial for alleged espionage, accused of gathering secret information for the US about a Russian tank manufacturer. He, his newspaper, and the US government denied the accusations. Additionally, Wikipedia declined requests to reverse editors' decision downgrading the Anti-Defamation League's reliability, sparking concerns in the Jewish community. In Israel, a Hezbollah operative, Sam Abu As'hak, involved in facilitating Hamas prisoners' escape attempts, was killed by an Israeli Air Force strike in southern Gaza. Canada urged its citizens to evacuate Lebanon due to escalating tensions. Iran held a snap presidential election following Ebrahim Raisi's death, with six candidates vying for office amidst economic challenges and regional tensions. Moreover, American arms shipments to Israel slowed due to completed deliveries and decreased Israeli requests, sparking a diplomatic dispute. Israeli forces targeted Hezbollah military sites in Lebanon, underscoring regional tensions. Amid these events, the Israeli public remains divided over voting in the elections, with concerns about economic issues and the potential impact of the new leadership on key policies like the hijab law. 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.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1110209 https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-807804 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1rq8mtu0 https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-807803 https://www.timesofisrael.com/wikipedia-rebuffs-jewish-groups-call-to-override-editors-move-against-adl/ https://www.israellycool.com/2024/06/26/joining-forces-for-the-good-of-others/ https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjjoj7f8r https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1110196 a...
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