In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: The U.S. and Iran gear up for direct nuclear talks this Saturday—Trump warns military action is on the table; Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza intensifies as the Defense Minister announces plans to expand the buffer zone; and a shocking IDF probe reveals critical failures in the defense of Sderot on October 7, with local security forces left untrained for years.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: With half of Gaza now under Israeli control, the IDF intensifies its campaign, sending the Golani Brigade back into Rafah as part of a renewed offensive. As nuclear talks with Iran approach, concerns rise over Tehran’s true intentions following reports that the regime has transferred ballistic missiles to terror proxies in Iraq. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is ramping up its crackdown on antisemitism across U.S. campuses, slashing $1 billion in federal funding to universities including Cornell over alleged tolerance of anti-Jewish hate.

In this episode of the ILTV News Podcast, Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman sits down with American-Israeli influencer Gedaliah Blum, director of the Heartland Initiative, to explore the global battle over truth, morality, and identity. Blum shares why he believes Judeo-Christian values are under attack—and why Israel must take a leading role in defending them.

Blum and Hoffman discuss what inspired the Heartland Initiative, the power of faith-based partnerships, and why “my truth” isn’t enough in a world craving moral clarity.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: The U.S. prepares for renewed nuclear talks with Iran, American forces ramp up strikes against the Houthis, and the IDF targets Turkish-backed military outposts in Syria seen as a growing threat to Israel.

In today's episode of ILTV's Daily News: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington, D.C., for a series of high-level meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and other senior officials. At the top of the agenda is Iran, as Israel sharpens its focus on Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, with defense leaders reaffirming Israel’s ability to carry out a strike on its own if necessary. Meanwhile, Israel and the UAE’s foreign ministers meet to discuss the situation in Gaza and broader regional cooperation.

On today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: The United States is bolstering Israel’s missile defense with an additional THAAD system amid rising tensions with Iran and its proxies. Prime Minister Netanyahu is set to meet President Trump in Washington tomorrow to discuss tariffs and regional security concerns. Meanwhile, a chilling new report reveals that Iran allegedly tried to recruit a drug trafficker to assassinate an Azerbaijani rabbi.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: IDF Airstrikes rock Damascus in Syria, while Hungary announces its withdrawal from the ICC amid Netanyahu's visit, and the IDF expands operations in the Gaza Strip.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: Israeli officials announce a major escalation as the IDF expands its ground offensive in Gaza, deploying another division into the enclave. Released hostage Eliya Cohen breaks his silence in an emotional first interview, revealing the horrific conditions he endured while in captivity. And former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett makes a political comeback, registering a new party and hinting at a return to the national stage.

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What do Turkish citizens really think about Israel, Hamas, and President Erdoğan? ILTV Executive Editor Maayan Hoffman sits down with Turku Avci, a Turkish student currently studying in Israel, to get an insider’s perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.

Turku opens up about her life in Turkey, what drew her to study in Israel, and how the war in Gaza has impacted Turkish public opinion. She also shares insights into Turkey’s shifting political landscape, Erdoğan’s controversial alliances, and what it’s like navigating identity and politics as a young Turkish woman abroad.

In today’s episode of ILTV’s Daily News: The IDF eliminates a Hezbollah terrorist in Beirut; Israel advances a new proposal to free half the remaining hostages in Gaza; and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu withdraws his nominee for Shin Bet chief.