Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 11, 2026, 12 PM Eastern

Reports on Iran-backed Houthis seizing control of Yemen's Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, enhancing Iran's strategic position. We examine Israel's perceived strategic advantage over Iran in an ongoing arms race, according to IDF assessments. Plus, the IDF increases alert levels in Judea and Samaria ahead of Rosh Hashanah. We also look at economic trends, with quiet supermarkets on the eve of the holiday despite significant spending, driven by earlier shopping, travel, and price increases. Finally, a look at the spiritual significance of the upcoming Jewish New Year.

Sources:
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-908385
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-908276
- AL Monitor: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/09/yemens-houthis-take-over-strait-vital-global-shipping-0
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/59951
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-908386
- Telegram Channel Naftali: https://t.me/hnaftali/24254

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