Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Jul 30, 2026, 11:00 AM

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - 11:00 AM

Iran claims attack on Jordan air base, US military silent
Israeli minister: Destroy Hamas, encourage Palestinian emigration
US boosts missile defense, Americans question Iran war's value

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed responsibility for an attack on Jordan's Al-Azraq Air Base, reportedly killing US soldiers and destroying F-35 aircraft. The IRGC stated the action was retaliation for strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, though the US military has not commented. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Iran's Foreign Minister warns Bulgaria against hosting US military aircraft. Domestically, reports suggest internal dissent within Iran's security apparatus, with some officials allegedly abandoning duties and feeling threatened. In Gaza, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir advocates for destroying Hamas and encouraging Palestinian emigration as the sole viable solution. The report also covers heightened security concerns in Judea and Samaria following an incident at the Hizma checkpoint and a suspected security incident in southern Sharon. On the international stage, the US Department of Defense is significantly expanding its interceptor inventory with a large contract for Patriot systems, while polls indicate waning American public support for the war in Iran. Former Ambassador Mike Herzog comments on a perceived decrease in Israel's influence on US decision-making and a shift in the Netanyahu-Trump relationship. Looking towards Israeli domestic politics, discussions around a "Zionist coalition" for upcoming elections are raising questions about the foundational principles of equality for all citizens.

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