Israel Tracks Iran Buildup Amid Halted Attack Plan

Israel is closely monitoring Iran's military rebuilding efforts and potential escalation, following reports of a large-scale attack plan that was reportedly halted due to US opposition ahead of American midterm elections. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss Iran. In Gaza, the IDF and Shin Bet announced the elimination of the last Hamas terrorist at large linked to the abduction of Shani Louk on October 7th. Meanwhile, with Israeli Knesset elections approaching, polls indicate no clear majority for either the opposition or Prime Minister Netanyahu's bloc, raising questions about government formation, while IDF soldiers begin early voting. The episode also touches on a hate crime indictment in Queens, New York, and an art exhibition in Jerusalem.

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