Israel’s New Anti-Terror Legislation, Israel blamed for war, and IDF’s Focus on hostage rescue in Gaza

Israel’s Knesset is advancing a bill aimed at revoking residency or citizenship for families of terrorists, a move supporters say could act as a deterrent. Meanwhile, a recent U.S. poll highlights deep partisan divides on Middle East conflict responsibility, with Democrats more likely to hold Israel accountable. Amidst these tensions, the IDF has made the recovery of hostages held by Hamas its top mission, intensifying operations in Gaza.

Israel’s Strategic Response: Hezbollah’s Arsenal Depleted, Iran’s Defenses Crippled, and Warnings of Retaliation Against Aggression

Israel reports significant gains against Hezbollah and Iran, depleting Hezbollah’s missile and neutralizing Iran’s Russian-made S-300 air defenses. Should Iranian aggression continue though, Israel’s leadership warns of further severe retaliation. Also, the U.S. has affirmed its strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself amid escalating regional tensions.

Netanyahu Vows Retaliation After Hezbollah Attacks as Harris Fails to Support Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned Hezbollah’s drone attack on his home and vowed to continue Israel’s military operations. In response to Hezbollah’s launch of 100 rockets at northern Israel, the Israeli Air Force struck targets in Lebanon. Meanwhile, former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren urged the U.S. to clarify its stance after Vice President Harris did not refute genocide accusations against Israel.

Israel Strikes Hezbollah, U.S. Presses for Gaza Aid, and Netanyahu Challenges Macron

Israel resumed airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut, hitting a strategic weapons cache. Meanwhile, the White House urged Israel to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza, warning of possible consequences for U.S. military support. In a separate exchange, Prime Minister Netanyahu rebuked French President Macron’s claim that the U.N. created Israel.

Hezbollah Strike Kills Four, Sukkah built in Gaza and Hamas Blocks Civilian Evacuations

Hezbollah’s drone strike on an IDF training base near Binyamina resulted in the deaths of four Israeli soldiers, with dozens more wounded. Meanwhile, IDF soldiers constructed the first sukkah in Gaza since 2005 in preparation for the Sukkot holiday. Additionally, Hamas terrorists are reportedly preventing civilians in Jabalia from evacuating to safer areas, using violence to block their movement.