Israel News for 10-30-2025
News Update
Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the U.S.-led military coordination headquarters near Kiryat Gat yesterday, as frustration mounts over continued ceasefire violations by Hamas. Netanyahu was briefed alongside senior Israeli defense officials, including IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, Shin Bet Director David Zini and top military aides. A proposal to extend Israeli control over more of Gaza was rejected by President Trump. Netanyahu reiterated that Israel makes its own decisions regarding its security, and praised the cooperation between the U.S. and Israel.
Hamas is meant to return the remains of 2 hostages today. Israel claims that Hamas is deliberately stalling the return of more bodies in order to give it more time to consolidate its hold on Gaza and avoid disarming. No Arab country is reportedly willing to participate in an international stabilization force that is meant to disarm Hamas and maintain security in Gaza. The U.S. has reportedly turned to other non-Arab countries, including Singapore.
The IDF’s Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer‑Yerushalmi has been placed on leave as Israel Police’s Investigations & Intelligence Division investigates her for allegedly leaking a video allegedly showing IDF soldiers committing serious offenses against Palestinian detainees. After its publication, claims surfaced that the footage was selectively edited and composed of two separate clips. The video was very damaging to Israel’s war effort and international image. Tomer‑Yerushalmi is accused of leaking the video and then covering up the leak by ordering an investigation. She is expected to step down from her position as the armies top lawyer and investigator.
Meanwhile, a massive Haredi anti-draft rally is scheduled for today in Jerusalem, which is meant to close off the entrance to the city. Hundreds of thousands of Haredi demonstrators are expected. IDF reservists, bereaved families, and war-wounded soldiers plan to counter-protest.
