Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 25, 2026, 08 PM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel Today ongoing war report. I'm Noah Levi. Reports are emerging regarding warnings. Israel allegedly received about Hamas preparations in the days leading up to the October 7th attacks. According to the Times of Israel and Unit, Egypt's top intelligence chief, Arbus Kamal, reportedly made a visit to Israel on September 26th. Warning that Hamas appeared to be preparing for a major escalation. Unit notes this message lacked a specific date or attack plan. A Netanyahu's office later denied receiving any such Egyptian warning. Additionally, the New York Times reported, citing five former Israeli security officials that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not disclose an alleged warning from the UAE president. Following Hamas's planning during a security meeting on October 1st, 2023, this report detailed by JPOST.com suggests that Netanyahu may have rejected suggestions from security

1:05chiefs to act against Hamas leaders. Reportedly prioritising a potential diplomatic agreement with Saudi Arabia, these claims have been met with denials. Prime Minister Netanyahu has denied the allegations, and his office stated that records show no entry of an Emirati representative into the Prime Minister's office at the time. Calling the reports, a sinister plot with clear political timing. The UAE has also reportedly rejected the claims, stating that security matters are handled through relevant bodies. Sources from the United States told the Jerusalem Post they were unaware of any specific UAE warning prior to October 7th. On the domestic political front, Benny Gantz has outlined what he describes as critical threats facing Israel. He is particularly ahead of upcoming elections. Speaking to JPOST.com, Gantz stated that Israel is approaching a challenging moment marked by a decline in global standing, rising antisemitism, weakened ties with Jewish communities abroad, and a paralyzing internal division.

2:05He asserted that Israel needs a broad, moderate Zionist government. Stretching from the responsible right to the responsible left, strong enough to govern without dependence on political radicals, Gantz also pointed to warnings from US allies, such as California Congressman Brad Sherman about the erosion of support for Israel in America. Noting that rhetoric from figures like National Security Minister Eta Mar Ben Givir can damage Israel's standing. In separate domestic news, police sources cited by the Times of Israel report that proactive arrest operations targeting HRAD draft dodgers have been suspended. The military, however, maintains that it continues to seek the detention of draft evaders. With the suspension reportedly initiated at the military's initiative due to protests, for continuing coverage of antisemitism around the world, listen to antisemitism watch from Clockwork Media. Find it at clockworkmedia.org-slashwatch. I'm Noah Levi, thank you for listening to Israel Today ongoing war report.

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