Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 22, 2026, 05 AM Eastern

An update from Israel Today: Defense Minister Israel Katz has threatened the destruction of Gaza City and mass evacuation if Hamas takes a hostage, vowing no withdrawal until the group is disarmed. In the West Bank, a deadly terror attack claimed the life of Netanel Chkroun, amidst rising tensions. On the international front, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated Jewish people are no longer safe in Germany, while police in Canada investigate a shooting outside a synagogue during Yom Kippur prayers. We also cover an Israeli citizen sentenced for spying for Iran and Iran's accusation that Israel influences US policy ahead of the UN General Assembly.

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