HEADLINES
US eyes seizing Iranian oil tankers
IDF arrests M4 rifle suspect near Tulkarm
US demilitarization plan fuels Hamas debate

The time is now 10:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Trump administration is weighing seizing additional Iranian oil tankers in an effort to pressure Tehran. The move would hit Iran’s main revenue source but faces obstacles, including concerns about near-certain retaliation and the impact it could have on global oil markets. Officials warn Tehran could seize US-allied oil tankers passing through the region or mine the Strait of Hormuz, and such actions would likely prompt a US military response. Experts note that blocking the strait isn’t in anyone’s interest, but Iran could act if cornered. In recent months, the United States has seized several ships tied to Iran’s shadow fleet as part of its Venezuela-related tanker campaign, with more than 20 ships involved.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the IDF arrested a suspect armed with an M4-type rifle in the area of Kafr Shufa, near Tulkarm. The weapon was found in the suspect’s vehicle, and the individual was transferred to security forces for further processing and investigation. Last week, the IDF announced counterterrorism operations across the West Bank, arresting about 60 wanted individuals, seizing six firearms, ten airsoft weapons, and dozens of other weapons. The operations included the arrest of 15 wanted individuals, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists involved in explosive devices in the Menashe Regional Brigade area. The military also seized M16 rifles, weapon parts, and other military equipment in the region. Additionally, soldiers from the Etzion Regional Brigade carried out over 100 operations, destroying the house of a terrorist responsible for killing Shalev Zevoluni last July. The military did not indicate a timeframe for when these operations occurred.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Hamas may be allowed to keep small arms under a US demilitarization plan, while Hamas would be required to surrender all weapons capable of striking Israel. The draft plan is being developed by a team that includes a US Special Envoy, Jared Kushner, and a former United Nations official, with plans to share the document with Hamas within weeks; details could change as further drafts are crafted. The plan envisions decommissioning heavy weapons immediately, while ownership of relinquished arms remains unclear. In related developments, Netanyahu met in Washington with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and he is in the US ahead of White House discussions on Gaza and security policy. A separate report notes that the plan on Gaza could allow Hamas to keep some small arms, reflecting ongoing debates about demilitarization and security.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Chinese billionaire Haoyu Wang is in talks to buy control of Israeli irrigation giant Netafim from Mexico’s Orbia. Orbia has been seeking to reduce leverage and has held talks with various parties, including a failed bid by Israeli private equity Fortissimo. Wang, who lives in Maryland, is Chinese and has served as chairman of Dayu Conserving Water Group for the past nine years, a company that designs, manufactures, markets, and installs precision irrigation systems. Dayu operates plants in several centers in China, and Wang holds an MBA from Johns Hopkins University.

In Uplifting News, New PBS series examines bittersweet ties that have historically bound US Blacks and Jews. The four-part series Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History looks at how violence targeted both communities in the early 20th century and how journalists from Black, Jewish, and Yiddish press documented parallels in their coverage. Filmmaker Sara Wolitzky and Phil Bertelsen directed and produced the program, which runs throughout February for Black History Month. Episode one, Let My People Go, aired February 3.

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HEADLINES
US weighs seizing Iranian oil tankers
Hamas may keep small arms under demilitarization
UK antisemitism near record highs in 2025

The time is now 9:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Trump administration is weighing seizing additional Iranian oil tankers to pressure Tehran, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing United States officials. The move would put significant pressure on Iran’s main source of revenue but faces obstacles, including concerns about near-certain Iranian retaliation and the potential impact on global oil markets. US officials warn Tehran could seize oil tankers linked to US allies passing through the region or mine the Strait of Hormuz, and blocking the strait would likely prompt a US military response. Acknowledging the risk, analysts quoted by the Journal say Iran has the logistics to act if cornered, even as blocking the strait would hurt all sides. In recent months the United States has seized more than 20 ships tied to Iran’s shadow fleet as part of its blockade related to Venezuela‑related tankers.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Hamas may be allowed to keep small arms under a drafted US demilitarization plan, the New York Times reports, citing officials familiar with drafts. The plan would require Hamas to surrender all weapons capable of striking Israel, though details are subject to change as drafts are refined. A team led by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and former UN official Nickolay Mladenov plans to share the document with Hamas within weeks, with the process of surrendering arms still being defined. The proposal envisions heavy weapons being decommissioned immediately, while the handling of more basic arms remains to be determined. Separately, the Israel Defense Forces said it arrested a suspect in the West Bank near Tulkarm, discovering an M4‑style rifle hidden in the suspect’s vehicle and transferring the individual to security forces for further processing. The operations come amid broader counterterrorism activity in the West Bank in which dozens of wanted individuals were arrested and weapons seized, including firearms and other equipment. A separate Times of Israel report notes that US discussions on Gaza included the possibility of Hamas keeping some small arms, as Netanyahu travels to the United States for a White House meeting with President Trump, who has suggested Iran would be foolish not to pursue a deal on its nuclear and ballistic programs; officials have discussed seizing Iranian oil tankers as leverage, though such moves carry concerns about retaliation and market impact.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Washington this evening, according to reporting from the White House and allied outlets.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the Community Security Trust reports the United Kingdom saw antisemitic incidents near record highs in 2025. The organization logged about 3,700 anti‑Jewish hate incidents last year, up roughly 4% from 2024 and second only to 2023 in CST’s records. The Manchester attack on Yom Kippur was the most severe incident, with two worshippers killed and three others seriously injured, marking the first fatal antisemitic terror assault CST has recorded since its tracking began in 1984. The day of the Manchester attack saw around 40 incidents, with a similar tally the following day, and October stood out as the highest-month total of 2025. The year also included a spike in December following an Islamic State–inspired attack at a Chanukah event in Bondi Beach, Australia.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Chinese billionaire Haoyu Wang is in talks to buy control of Israeli irrigation company Netafim from Mexico’s Orbia, a deal valued at about $1.5 billion. Orbia has been seeking to reduce leverage and had previously explored a sale to Israeli private equity Fortissimo, which did not close. Wang, based in Maryland, would join a group of investors in the acquisition. He heads Dayu Conserving Water Group, a company that specializes in drip irrigation and operates globally, and Netafim is known for its drip irrigation technology and systems for agriculture.

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https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/all-news/article-886262

HEADLINES
Top three stories:
- A US demilitarization plan for Gaza/West Bank would let Hamas keep small arms while surrendering heavier weapons; draft to be shared with Hamas in weeks; senior aides include Kushner and Mladenov.
- High-stakes Netanyahu–Trump meeting planned on US soil, with talks centered on Iran negotiations, military pressure, red lines, and intelligence sharing.
- UK antisemitism climbs toward record highs in 2025, highlighted by the Manchester Yom Kippur attack fatalities and related spikes.
Headlines:
- US plan lets Hamas keep small arms
- US hosts Netanyahu Trump Iran security talks
- Manchester Yom Kippur attack shocks UK

The time is now 8:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), a US demilitarization plan would permit Hamas to keep small arms while requiring surrender of weapons capable of striking Israel. The plan is being drafted and the document is expected to be shared with Hamas within weeks, according to New York Times reporting citing anonymous officials. The team handling the proposal includes US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and former United Nations official Nickolay Mladenov. Officials say the surrender process and ownership of any relinquished arms have not yet been laid out, and details may change as drafts evolve. The proposal echoes Kushner's Davos presentation that heavy weapons would need immediate decommissioning, with other arms to be addressed in forthcoming drafts. Separately, the IDF said it arrested a suspect armed with an M4-type rifle in the West Bank near Tulkarm, transferring the suspect to security forces for further processing. In the broader weeklong counterterrorism push, the IDF conducted operations across the West Bank, arresting approximately 60 wanted individuals, and seizing six firearms, ten airsoft weapons, and dozens of other weapons. In the Menashe Regional Brigade area, 15 wanted individuals tied to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in explosive device plots were detained, and authorities also seized M16 rifles and weapon parts. In Etzion, more than 100 operations were carried out, including the destruction of the house of a terrorist linked to the July killing of Shalev Zevoluni. No timeframe was provided for when those operations occurred.

In the US Policy Concerning Israel, a Hebrew-language online post purports to summarize what President Trump said last night ahead of a scheduled meeting. Separately, a high-stakes Netanyahu–Trump meeting is planned on US soil, the seventh such encounter in the past year, set against ongoing Tehran-Washington negotiations. The talks are described as touching on Iran negotiations, military pressure, and red lines, with emphasis on intelligence sharing and the Israeli position that it must have freedom of action even if an agreement is reached.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the United Kingdom saw antisemitic incidents in 2025 near record highs, with the Community Security Trust reporting about 3,700 anti-Jewish hate incidents. That total is the second-highest on record and represents a 4% rise from 2024, following a peak of 4,298 incidents in 2023. The Manchester attack on Yom Kippur at Heaton Park Synagogue was the most serious incident, resulting in two fatalities and three serious injuries, and it marked the first fatal antisemitic terror attack tracked by CST since it began monitoring in 1984. The year also included a spike in incidents on the day of the attack and the following day, and a December spike linked to a Chanukah event in Bondi Beach, Australia.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Chinese billionaire Haoyu Wang is in talks to acquire Netafim, the Israeli drip irrigation company, from Mexico's Orbia, in a deal valued at about $1.5 billion. Orbia has been seeking to reduce leverage and has engaged in talks with multiple parties, including a previously discussed sale to Fortissimo that did not materialize. Wang, a Maryland-based entrepreneur of Chinese descent who has served as chairman of Dayu Conserving Water Group for nine years, would join a group of investors in the acquisition. Dayu specializes in precision irrigation, aligning with Netafim's core business.

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https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-886248
https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/all-news/article-886262

HEADLINES
Netanyahu in Washington for seventh Trump visit
UK antisemitic incidents reach 3700 Manchester toll
Northern village restaurant fuses Italian and Druze

The time is now 7:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Netanyahu and his delegation have landed in Washington ahead of the prime minister’s seventh visit to President Trump. The meeting comes against the backdrop of ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, with discussions likely to touch on Iran’s nuclear talks, military pressure, and red lines. Israel has emphasized the need for freedom of action even if a deal is reached. President Trump, commenting on Iran, said, “I know one thing, they want to make a deal.”

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the UK saw 3,700 antisemitic incidents in 2025, the second-highest total on record and 4% higher than 2024, according to the CST. The year’s worst incident was the Heaton Park Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur, which killed two people and wounded three others—the first fatal antisemitic terror attack recorded by CST since it began in 1984. The day of the attack and the following day each saw about 40 incidents. October was the year’s peak month, and it was the fifth-highest month on record. The CST report noted that violent attacks on Jews can fuel further harassment and abuse, and a December spike followed an ISIS-inspired attack at a Chanukah event in Bondi Beach, Australia, illustrating how such violence can reverberate globally. Separately, an FBI document alleging Mossad links to Jeffrey Epstein was identified as originating from a Holocaust denier and fraudster; the allegations circulated online and in reports despite lacking verifiable evidence, and the document dated from 2020 did not provide corroborated proof of the claimed connections.

In Uplifting News, a restaurant in a northern village blends Italian and Druze cuisines, offering a distinctive fusion of flavors in the region.

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HEADLINES
Trump: Iran seeks nuclear deal, no missiles
US sanctions Jood SARL to cripple Hezbollah
Petro escapes assassination attempt as helicopter diverted

The time is now 6:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, President Trump told Fox Business that he believes Iran is looking to strike a deal with Washington and warned that they would be foolish not to, emphasizing that any agreement must include a clear condition: no nuclear weapons and no missiles. He has also been quoted twice as saying that they want to make a deal. Separately, the United States on Tuesday announced sanctions targeting Jood SARL, a gold exchange described as a front that helps move Iranian-backed funds to Hezbollah in Lebanon, part of a broader effort to cut Hezbollah off from the global financial system, with additional sanctions on individuals and shipping firms. On the Lebanon border, residents who were evacuated during past clashes and who have lived under the shadow of Hezbollah were seen discussing their views on the Lebanese people and on the prospect of peace with Lebanon.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Colombian President Gustavo Petro said his helicopter narrowly avoided an assassination attempt after being diverted over the Caribbean coast due to fears it could be fired upon, describing the flight as four hours at sea before landing at an undisclosed location. In Gaza, Segev Kalfon, who survived weeks in captivity, described experiences of fear, endurance and spiritual strength, recounting moments when he believed he would die and the turning points that helped him survive.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the Community Security Trust reported that the UK recorded 3,700 anti-Jewish hate incidents in 2025, the second-highest annual total on record and up 4% from 2024. The period culminated in the Heaton Park Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur, which killed two worshippers and injured three others; CST noted a spike in incidents on the day of the attack and the following day, with October being the heaviest month of the year. Also in the United States and abroad, media figure Tucker Carlson is slated to visit Israel this week for interviews with US Ambassador Mike Huckabee; Israeli officials, weighing concerns about public diplomacy, ultimately allowed Carlson’s entry rather than risk a diplomatic flashpoint.

In Israeli Economy and Business, a lemon tree sapling infected with citrus greening disease was discovered in Ben-Gurion Airport baggage of a 70-year-old Holon resident returning from Thailand. Found during a random anti-smuggling check alongside citrus propagation materials, the one-meter-tall sapling could threaten Israel’s citrus industry and food security, according to the Agriculture Ministry’s Plant Protection and Inspection Services. The discovery came as authorities confiscated the passenger’s other produce and warned of the potential national impact if the disease were introduced.

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HEADLINES
Diplomatic passports fuel Hezbollah cash smuggling
Trump hints second carrier over Iran deal
Ultra-Orthodox to hit 25% by 2050

The time is now 5:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iranian diplomats reportedly smuggled millions in cash to Hezbollah using diplomatic passports. Iran International, an opposition channel, says it has information about several Iranian diplomats, including Foreign Minister Araqchi, alleged to have used diplomatic passports and transported suitcases with large amounts of money on flights to Beirut for the rehabilitation of Hezbollah.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Lindsey Graham says Trump's 'aid on the way' is becoming real day by day. The report notes recruitment through computer games and social networks, with Shin Bet uncovering a terror infrastructure in the West Bank; security industry leaders warned that companies could collapse; Netanyahu has told Trump to let him strike Iran, saying that soon they would have 2,000 missiles. On the eve of Netanyahu's visit, Trump said that Netanyahu wants a deal with Iran and that the current talks show promise, describing them as different and saying, "We can make a great deal with Iran." Trump also told N12 that either a deal will be reached or the United States will have to act very tough, possibly deploying a second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East, with Netanyahu aiming to present principles for negotiations during their White House meeting.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Bereaved family members chosen for Reservist Party leadership after internal elections. Among those selected was Sandra Alon, mother of Sergeant Tomer Keren, who was killed in combat during the Israel-Hamas War; Alon said her aim is to help bereaved families, and the leadership also includes reservists, a retired Israel Prison Service commissioner, and a Druze representative. The party reported 76% turnout in a remote electronic vote. By 2050, almost one in four Israelis will be ultra-Orthodox, a growth the Israel Democracy Institute warns could impact the economy and society depending on integration, with current projections indicating about 14% today and estimates of 22% to 24% by 2050.

In Uplifting News, Northern Israel’s 1st padel club launches. Nesher hosts the region’s inaugural padel facility, adjacent to the Great Shape Country Club, built and run by PadelNet, featuring four courts imported from Spain and designed to blend with Mount Carmel’s surroundings. Nesher Mayor Roy Levy attended the opening and announced a partnership with the municipality to offer padel programs for children, teenagers, and women. Beersheba widens gap on Beitar Jerusalem, Maccabi Tel Aviv blanks Maccabi Bnei Reineh for third. Hapoel Beersheba clinched a 2-1 victory at Turner Stadium to take a four-point lead atop the standings, with Kings Kangwa and Igor Zlatanovic contributing to the win and Or Blorian delivering a late header after Morozov’s equalizer to seal the result.

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HEADLINES
Iran seeks diplomacy Netanyahu pushes strike
Gaza water crisis debated after MSF claims
Reservists Party taps fallen soldier's mother

The time is now 4:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi asserted that talks with the United States are being steered by advisers who are aiming to find a diplomatic solution and prevent war, while arguing that Netanyahu intends to prompt Washington toward confrontation with Iran and that preventing conflict is the wisest move Trump could make. Israeli security industry leaders issued a rare warning that companies could collapse under mounting pressures. Netanyahu has set a hard line for Trump, insisting he be allowed to strike Iran, warning that Tehran could have as many as 2000 missiles soon. Officials cautioned that air defenses are not foolproof and that every effort must be made to maximize protection. A court allowed publication focusing on Avichai Mandelblit, keeping him at the center of the public discussion. In a separate development, reporting from the Arab sector noted the death of Saleh Jaber, a 30-year-old, in the village of Kafr Kana.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) refuted Doctors Without Borders claims that Gaza’s water crisis would worsen if MSF reduces activities there, stating that Gaza already receives water well above humanitarian thresholds and will continue to receive adequate medical care even without MSF, and that MSF’s claims appear driven by political motives rather than humanitarian concerns. A separate report from Gaza detailed a morning attack on electric bicycles in the center of the Strip, in which two Palestinians were killed, including a commander from the Islamic Jihad’s military wing.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, President Trump told N12 that if Iran negotiations fail the United States will take “something very tough,” signaling readiness to strike Iran again and possibly deploy another aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East, while emphasizing that both Iran and Israel want a good deal. Senator Lindsey Graham weighed in, arguing that if the regime continues on its current course, Trump’s prediction that help is on the way is becoming more real each day.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, bereaved family members were chosen for leadership in the Reservists Party following internal elections, with Sandra Alon, mother of Sergeant Tomer Keren who fell in combat during the Israel-Hamas War, among those selected. The party noted that the leadership slate also includes reservists, a retired Israel Prison Service commissioner, and a Druze representative, with the process conducted by members who registered over the past months and a high turnout. Separately, Channel 12 aired additional remarks from Netanyahu from September 2023 security discussions, portraying a goal of maintaining a “quiet holiday period” ahead of October 7, including cautions that any proactive move should be weighed in light of the situation.

In uplifting News, Northern Israel opened its first padel club in Nesher, with four courts imported from Spain and built by PadelNet; the facility sits near the Great Shape Country Club, and Nesher Mayor Roy Levy joined the opening, announcing a municipal partnership to offer padel courses and programs for children, teens, and women. Hapoel Beersheba captured a 2-1 victory over Beitar Jerusalem to widen its lead in the Premier League, with goals from Igor Zlatanovic and Or Blorian and remarks from the coach about maintaining pressure. A new segment features a video focusing on Jeremiah 29:11, describing God’s promised restoration and hope for the Jewish people. Finally, Alice Miller, the CEO of Natan Worldwide Disaster Relief and a noted advocate for opening the IDF to female pilots, discusses her role in facilitating medical treatment for Gazans in the aftermath of Oct. 7 and the ongoing relief effort.

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HEADLINES
Patriot missiles go mobile at al-Udeid
First Venezuelan oil to Israel in years
Gaza water risk if MSF leaves

The time is now 3:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US forces in Qatar’s al-Udeid, the largest US base in the Middle East, have placed Patriot missiles in mobile truck launchers rather than semi-static stations, enabling rapid deployment to strike or be moved defensively in case of an Iranian attack as tensions with Iran rose since January. The move comes amid a broader regional build-up, with US bases reported across Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Turkey and on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned they could retaliate against any US base if Iranian territory is struck. Satellite-image analysis shows a recent upsurge in aircraft and other military hardware across the region, compared with January pictures. Separately, economist Steve Hanke notes Iran’s inflation at 82.9 percent per year, placing it among the world’s worst, with little sign of an improvement for the regime. On the diplomatic front, the United States and Iran resumed discussions in Oman last Friday for the first time since the June conflict, and a World Israel News report quoted Trump as saying Netanyahu wants a deal as talks resume under military pressure, underscoring why the region remains tense even as diplomacy continues.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the Israeli coordinator of government activities in the territories (COGAT) refuted Doctors Without Borders claims that restricting MSF’s Gaza activities would trigger a water crisis, saying Gaza is receiving water well above humanitarian thresholds and will continue to receive adequate medical care even without MSF. MSF had warned that if it ceased operations, hundreds of thousands could lose access to drinking water, and Israel’s Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Ministry last week announced it is moving to terminate MSF’s activities in Gaza. A separate security development: a Gaza infiltrator who entered Israel in 2023 was captured near an air base. In addition, the Israel Defense Forces said troops from the Nahal Brigade, led by the Ephraim Brigade, arrested near the village of Shufa a suspect whose vehicle was found to contain an M4 rifle, with the suspect handed over for further handling by security forces.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Trump warned that if Iran negotiations fail the United States will take “something very tough” and signaled the possible deployment of a second aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East, joining the USS Lincoln and other vessels already in the area. He noted that Iran seems eager to reach a deal and indicated Netanyahu shares that aim as they prepare for a meeting in Washington to present principles for negotiations. A White House briefing described Netanyahu as someone who is expected to press Trump on demands, including the possibility of taking action against Iran, with commentary noting the rapidly evolving security context as the two allies coordinate their stance.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a Channel 12 report said Netanyahu sought a “quiet holiday period” as a central objective in the months before October 7, 2023, presenting excerpts from security discussions in September 2023 that stressed maintaining calm and weighing any proactive moves in light of the threat environment. Separately, the Jerusalem district court allowed publication of a decision in the Netanyahu case that included an internal prosecution memo related to the early stages of the investigation, with Avichai Mandelblit quoted in connection with those materials. Mandelblit also questioned publicly whether he would pursue an investigation of Netanyahu over the so-called cigar packaging matter, a point that the court’s publication note highlighted as part of the ongoing discourse surrounding the case.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Venezuela has sent its first oil shipment to Israel in years, with Israel’s Bazan Group slated to transport the cargo. Authorities have not publicly disclosed the terms, but the last shipment to Israel in this vein totaled about 470,000 barrels. The development follows Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado on February 4, during which they discussed developments since the US Operation Absolute Resolve and the prospect of free elections, signaling a potential broadening of ties between Venezuela and Israel.

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https://t.me/newssil/190922
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https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-886244

HEADLINES
Hamas Won't Disarm Demands Pre-1967 Borders
Patriots Go Mobile Amid Iran Tensions
Israeli Leaders Silent Hours After Hamas Attack

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In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Hamas leader Osama Hamdan told NRK he will not lay down its arms unless Israel returns to the pre-1967 borders, including Jerusalem, and he described phase two of the Trump deal as not delivering freedom for Palestinians. He said Hamas remains an important part of the Palestinian people with broad support and signaled willingness to hand over political power to a technocratic committee during phase two, but insisted the group will not disarm, even as phase two calls for disarmament. The interview, conducted in Istanbul at a secret location, is Hamdan’s second with the Norwegian broadcaster since the October 7, 2023 massacre, and much of the conversation focused on Gaza’s future and the second phase of the Trump plan.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, US forces at al-Udeid, the region’s largest base, have moved Patriot missiles to mobile truck launchers, enabling rapid deployment to strike or defend in case of an Iranian attack as tensions with Iran rose. Satellite imagery analyzed by observers shows a recent buildup of aircraft and equipment across the region, underscoring heightened risk. The context includes President Trump’s threats to act against Iran over its nuclear and ballistic programs, even as diplomatic efforts to avert war continue, with bases spread across the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, new reporting details the hours after Hamas’s Oct. 7 assault that exposed frictions among Israel’s top leaders, revealing that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Herzi Halevi did not speak for nearly four hours into the war. During those early hours, Hamas fired about 3,700 rockets and an invasion force of roughly 5,600 men moved across 119 locations, killing and kidnapping hundreds of Israelis. The exclusive account notes that internal tensions and communication gaps framed the initial response to the crisis.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Venezuela has shipped its first crude cargo to Israel in years, with Israel’s Bazan Group slated to transport the oil, though officials have not publicly disclosed the deal. The last shipment to Israel reportedly totaled about 470,000 barrels, marking a thaw in relations since Hugo Chávez cut ties in 2009. The development followed a February 4 meeting between Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, during which discussions touched on developments in Venezuela since Operation Absolute Resolve.

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https://www.jpost.com/international/article-886245
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-886247
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-886242
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-886244

HEADLINES
UDP Spends $2.3M to Defeat Malinowski
Israeli Leaders Silent Four Hours During Hamas
Venezuela Resumes Oil Shipments to Israel

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In US Policy Concerning Israel, the United Democracy Project says it would focus on stopping candidates who are detractors of Israel or who want to put conditions on aid, a stance reflected in the roughly $2.3 million the group spent opposing Tom Malinowski in New Jersey’s 11th District. Malinowski, who calls himself pro-Israel and has been endorsed by J Street, has said he would be open to placing conditions on some US aid to Israel. He conceded the race to Analilia Mejia on Tuesday. One UDP ad singled out his 2019 vote to increase funding for ICE rather than focusing on Israel. Mejia’s victory ends Malinowski’s bid, and the UDP says it would apply the same playbook in future races it views as unfriendly to Israel.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Israel officially recognized the victims of the Sydney terror attack as victims of antisemitism, with World Zionist Organization Chair Yaakov Hagoel and Jewish Agency for Israel Chair Doron Almog certifying the recognition during a solidarity visit to Australia. The ceremony, held in the presence of President Isaac Herzog during his state visit to Australia, underscored Israel’s stance that Jews were targeted because they are Jewish, consistent with a long-standing commitment to fight antisemitism wherever it appears. Hagoel called the recognition a clear statement that the State of Israel does not stand idly by when Jews are murdered solely because they are Jewish, even when it happens far from home.

An opinion piece within this topic argues that Australia’s response to Jew-hate leans on security management of Jewish life and the language of social cohesion, rather than addressing hate directly. The author questions whether Canberra leadership is effectively addressing the tensions and protests connected to Middle East conflicts, suggesting the approach reflects crisis management rather than sustained leadership.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, exclusive reporting reveals that when Hamas fired thousands of rockets and breached the border on October 7, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Herzi Halevi did not speak for nearly four hours, during which hundreds of hostages were taken and many Israelis were killed. The article frames this as part of a broader pattern of internal frictions among Israel’s top leadership and notes the delay in communication as a significant factor in the early hours of the war.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Venezuela has begun sending oil to Israel for the first time since the fall of Maduro's regime, marking a notable development in energy ties between the two countries.

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https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-886243
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-886241
https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-886194
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-886242
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