The Times of Israel Daily Briefing The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

Slaying of two soldiers sparks widespread IDF op in Hebron

Oct 25, 2026 · 21m

Summary

Host Amanda Borchel-Dan and military correspondent Emmanuel Fabian discuss the aftermath of two Israeli soldiers killed at a Hebron checkpoint, including ongoing IDF operations and questions about unit training. They analyze election rhetoric regarding potential conflict with the Palestinian Authority and review the significant drop in Palestinian terror attacks due to expanded security presence. The briefing also covers a joint naval drill between Israel and Greece aimed at signaling strength against Turkey, and details upcoming voting procedures for military personnel.

Topics discussed

Introduction and preview of Hebron attack and naval drill Sponsor segments for Jewish Communal Fund and Technion Details of the shooting at the Hebron checkpoint Questions on unit training and checkpoint security IDF operations and evacuations in Hebron Election rhetoric regarding the Palestinian Authority Analysis of violence trends in the West Bank Sponsor segments for Times of Israel and Birthright Joint naval drill between Israel and Greece Military voting procedures for the upcoming election
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