Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 16, 2026, 07 AM Eastern

This episode covers key updates from the Middle East and Washington, including Vice President JD Vance's comments on the evolving conflict with Iran and disruptions to shipping lanes by Houthi rebels. We also report on the tragic collapse of a Gaza building, the arrest of an Iran-linked journalist in the West Bank, and significant US policy discussions regarding aid and arms packages for Israel. Additionally, we look at developments in Israeli domestic politics, including a court ruling on a memorial conference and a minister's controversial remarks.

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Sources:
- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ryfwlgdtze
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/daily-briefing-sept-16-from-mecca-to-mokha-houthis-flex-as-saudis-flail/
- World Israel News: https://worldisraelnews.com/vance-says-new-phase-of-iran-war-to-begin-in-a-couple-of-months/
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-908720
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/20-reported-dead-dozens-missing-after-damaged-gaza-city-building-collapses/
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-908754
- Israel Today: https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/09/16/trump-israel-weapons-sale-package/
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/podcast/article-908685
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-908772
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/far-right-minister-panned-for-opposing-idf-combat-duty-for-anti-government-protesters/

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