Welcome to The Times of Israel’s Daily Briefing, your 15-minute audio update on what’s happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.

Editor David Horovitz and reporter Sue Surkes join host Amanda Borschel-Dan on today's episode.

Israel is now in its 9th day of war, and we all await an expected ground incursion into Gaza. Today, the United States has sent a second aircraft carrier to the region. Horovitz shares what he sees as America's role in supporting Israel during this war.

On Friday, Horovitz wrote about Israelis’ potent mix of rage and unity. He elaborates on the unique unity seen on streets today.

Surkes explores the issue of reservists’ needs and shares the newest developments.

And finally, we hear the heart-pounding story of a brother saving another brother, through a high-speed chase and facing dozens of Hamas gunmen at moshav Ein Habesor.

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

Discussed articles include:

Live blog October 15, 2023

US sends second aircraft carrier to east Mediterranean to deter Iran, Hezbollah

Day 7 of the war: Rage and unity in Israel’s darkest hour

Planeloads of combat gear arriving, will get to soldiers soon – IDF, Defense Ministry

IDF says it’s providing all equipment. Reservists find different reality on ground

Heart-stopping accounts of bravery emerge from a town that repelled Hamas onslaught

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IMAGE: A scene from the 1300 Candle Vigil in Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, on October 12, 2023. (Eli Katzoff)

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