Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-11-10 at 11:07

HEADLINES New IDF AG named amid Teiman inquiry Kushner in Israel for Gaza ceasefire talks Syria foils ISIS plots against President al-Sharaa The time is now 6:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. This is the 6:00 a.m. update. We begin with developments inside Israel and the wider region that shape security, governance, and diplomacy as the day begins. Israel’s Defense Ministry announced the formal appointment of Itai Ofir as the next Military Advocate General, the lead legal adviser to the Israel Defense Forces. Officials described Ofir as an outsider to criminal law, chosen in a move Defense Minister Katz said is necessary given reported ties between senior IDF legal officials and the Sde Teiman affair. The decision comes amid concerns over legal and institutional strains tied to the broader inquiry into the Sde Teiman matter, with observers noting that a fresh voice could help restore confidence in military justice procedures while addressing concerns raised by lawmakers and the public. In the West Bank, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed the demolition of the home of Maher Samara, the suspect accused of killing Tzeela Gez and her unborn child in a May drive-by attack. The action, representing a continuation of measures aimed at eroding support networks and deterring terrorism, is part of a broader effort to pressure perpetrators and deter future attacks in a tense security environment. On the domestic front, the Supreme Court of Israel witnessed a heated session over the petition filed by member of parliament Ahmad Tibi and the Adalah center, seeking to allow lawmakers to meet security prisoners held in Israeli jails. Following the session, several participants who protested the request were removed, and the Supreme Court President described the disruptions as extraordinary for a high court. The episode underscored ongoing tensions over access to security detainees and the proper balance between legislative oversight and security considerations. In political and diplomatic arenas, a notable development involves a high-level dialogue ahead of potential changes in Gaza security arrangements. A former senior adviser to an American political figure reported that Jared Kushner arrived in Israel for talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu, with discussions focusing on the next phase of a ceasefire that would see a multinational force gradually assume security responsibilities inside Gaza, reducing the burden on the Israeli military. The discussions reflect ongoing international efforts to fashion a framework that could sustain a long-term pause in fighting while addressing humanitarian and security concerns on the ground. Across the region, Syria has disclosed that two Islamic State plots targeting President Ahmed al-Sharaa were foiled in recent months. Officials said the plots underscore the direct threat to Syria’s leadership as it contemplates joining a US-led coalition against the militants. The Syrian government has signaled a willingness to cooperate with coalition partners as it seeks support for rebuilding efforts, while warning that the threat from Islamic State remains real. Meanwhile, the Syrian interior ministry announced a broad crackdown on Islamic State cells, detaining dozens of suspected operatives in a campaign described as part of a broad effort to counter the group as the country moves toward broader international engagement. In broader regional security, Israel has informed international partners that Turkish troops will not be deployed in Gaza, reiterating a determination not to accept hostile forces in the area. Israeli officials said Turkey’s participation in the stabilization effort proposed by the United States would not be welcome, citing Ankara’s stance on Hamas and recent tensions. The exchanges come as Ankara seeks to recalibrate its role in regional security arrangements and as Washington weighs its options for stabilizing Gaza. Military exercises continued in the region as the Israel Defense Forces began a three-day operation in the Judea and Samaria region and the Jordan Valley, aimed at enhancing readiness across multiple branches for a range of scenarios. The exercise, described as comprehensive, reflects ongoing preparations for potential contingencies in the area. In regional governance and finance, the Financial Action Task Force is preparing an on-site assessment of Turkey after it left the “grey list” last year for progress in combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The visit could last up to three weeks and will involve meetings with banks and payment service firms, with Turkish authorities under pressure to demonstrate continued compliance. The context underscores the broader effort to stabilize financial systems and maintain international credibility as Turkey seeks to maintain investment and trade flows. The war in neighboring areas remains a factor in regional calculations. Yemen’s Iran-backed Houth