Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 26, 2026, 09 AM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel Today ongoing war report, I'm Noah Levi. In geopolitical developments, US officials have indicated that President Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire. According to reports from the Wall Street Journal, the president privately told AIDS he anticipates resuming bombing Iran after the upcoming November midterms. Iran's proposal, floated from Qatar, reportedly included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting nuclear talks in exchange for the US lifting its naval blockade, unfreezing assets, and easing oil export sanctions. US officials, however, state there is no intention to lift the blockade, with the strategy focused on continued economic pressure to force Tehran into a more favorable deal. President Trump's stated goal remains ensuring Iran never possesses a nuclear weapon. Turning to Israeli defence, the Navy is seriously considering acquiring Boeing's P-8 Poseidon aircraft.

1:05This advanced platform, designed for submarine warfare, would help expand Israel's covert operational reach and counter-increasing submarine threats. Attributed to regional security deterioration, involving actors like the Houthis and Iran, according to a defence ministry source speaking to Waller, the Navy commander plans to incorporate this procurement into the Navy's strategic plan, looking ahead to the coming decade. Israel currently operates six submarines with two more under construction. Domestically, Israel faces a continuous stream of challenges, particularly concerning the IDF. This includes fallout from the film, NAZA, ongoing questions surrounding awareness and actions on October 7th, and the central issue in upcoming elections regarding who must serve in the armed forces. Against the backdrop of Sukot, there's also a deeper debate about national security, questioning whether ultimate reliance for safety rests with the military or a higher power. This reflects a complex interplay between military readiness, societal responsibility and faith.

2:09In Los Angeles, an incident outside a kosher bakery in the Pika Robertson neighbourhood saw a woman wearing a shirt with the text, Israel kills children. Local Jewish teenagers responded by singing arm-yes-rail chai and waving Israeli flags, drawing significant attention online. Separately, MK Akmid Tibai has commented on a vote by the Democratic Party to disqualify Ballad Chairman Sami Abu Shahideh, describing it as a shameful vote, and a disregard for the Arab public, which he stated would be taken into account by our public. For continuing coverage of antisemitism around the world, listen to antisemitism watch from clockwork media. Find it at clockworkmedia.org-watch. I'm Noah Levi, thank you for listening to Israel Today ongoing war report. Stay safe and informed. Follow Israel Today, ongoing war report in your podcast app so you don't miss the next update. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view.