Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - October 3, 2026, 07 PM Eastern

Former IDF official Maj.-Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon suggests the Gaza war could have concluded a year sooner, potentially saving lives and returning hostages earlier. In US policy news, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirms President Trump's commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Domestically, Prime Minister Netanyahu's secret trip to Abu Dhabi raises questions after censorship was invoked following media reports about the visit. The episode also touches on the juxtaposition of Simchat Torah celebrations with the upcoming anniversary of the October 7th massacre.

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