Welcome to The Times of Israel’s Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what’s happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.

Today is day 65 of the war with Hamas. Editor David Horovitz joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan on today's episode, giving a longer overview of two months of war.

We hear how the war is going for Israel so far and what we understand could happen in the north with Hezbollah.

We learn who are Israel’s international partners -- and where there may be friction in those relationships.

Finally, we hear about the mood of the nation, 65 days on.

For the latest updates, please look at The Times of Israel’s ongoing live blog.

Discussed articles include:

Live blog December 10, 2023

IDF chief: Hamas rule in Gaza faltering; leaked video shows apparent gunmen surrender

IDF needs about 2 more months in Gaza to wrap up 1st stage of war, Israel believes

National security adviser indicates war against Hezbollah likely once Hamas is defeated

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip

THOSE WE HAVE LOST: Civilians and soldiers killed in Hamas's onslaught on Israel

THOSE WE ARE MISSING: The hostages and victims whose fate is still unknown

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IMAGE: Black smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike on the outskirts of Yaroun, a Lebanese border village with Israel, in south Lebanon, December 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)

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