HEADLINES
Kurdistan gas field drone strike cripples grid
White House shooting triggers terrorism probe
Israel Gaza clashes intensify amid operations

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

Late this evening, here are the major developments shaping the Middle East and related security concerns as of 8:00 PM.

A drone strike hit the Khor Mor gas field in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, triggering a large fire and causing a severe disruption to electricity supplies. Regional authorities say the attack cut off all gas to power plants serving the area, resulting in the loss of about 2,600 megawatts of electricity and affecting roughly 80 percent of the Kurdistan grid. Power outages were reported in multiple cities, including Sulaimaniyah. The incident damaged a storage tank; investigators are working with the UAE-based gas company Dana Gas to determine the perpetrators and prevent further damage. Officials said there were no casualties reported in the immediate aftermath. The aim, according to security officials, appears to be to destabilize energy infrastructure and undermine post-conflict stability in Iraq’s north. There has been no claimed responsibility.

In Washington, authorities continue to evaluate a deadly incident near the White House in which two US National Guard troops were shot. Initial reports described the soldiers as in critical condition; later statements from local officials referenced conflicting assessments about their status. The shooting is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, with the Justice Department involved and officials describing the incident as an attack on national security. An Afghan national is identified in early reporting as the suspect. The case has drawn expressions of concern from leaders around the world, including Israel, where Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar expressed sorrow and solidarity with the United States.

On the ground in the Israeli-Palestinian arena, Israeli forces reported lethal action against militants in the West Bank, confirming the killing of a Palestinian who threw an explosive device at troops. In Jenin, soldiers were reported to have opened fire on an assailant who directed an explosive device toward troops during a counterterrorism operation, killing him. In Gaza, Israeli forces continued operations with reported heavy explosions in the eastern Gaza Strip, including areas around Shuja’iya and the surrounding city, alongside ongoing air-supported activity. Separately, there were reports of security-related disruptions inside Israel: authorities said loudspeakers at central-area bus and train stations were breached, with alarms sounded and audio in Arabic played. The military has tied some of these incidents to the broader security theater in the region.

Diplomatic and regional diplomacy developments also remain in focus. Relations between Israel and Armenia face tensions as Armenia’s deputy foreign minister visits Jerusalem, with longstanding disagreements over Jerusalem, Iran, and US lobbying complicating efforts to reset ties. In related domestic policy frames, public comment from US lawmakers surfaced regarding migration policy, with lawmakers urging a tighter approach on immigration and stressing the security implications of displacement and the presence of radical elements among certain populations.

Meanwhile, within the broader operational landscape in the region, Israel reports ongoing combat activity in Gaza and the surrounding areas as part of a continuing cycle of exchanges, including ground and air operations in urban and near-border zones. The cycle of retaliation and defense continues to shape civilian risks and humanitarian considerations in the Gaza Strip and adjacent areas.

As the situation evolves, observers note the convergence of energy security, regional security dynamics, and international diplomacy. The Kurdistan gas disruption highlights how energy infrastructure remains a potential flashpoint in a volatile region. The Washington incident underscores the domestic security challenges that can influence US foreign and defense posture. In parallel, Israel’s security operations and regional diplomacy continue to test how powerful alliances and neighboring dynamics interact with ongoing conflict and stabilization efforts.

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