Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-06-05 at 01:01

HEADLINESUS House blocks Lebanon war powers voteEU funds Lebanese army to curb HezbollahFirst woman completes Sayeret Matkal trainingThe time is now 1:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Regional Impacts, a majority of House Democrats joined Republicans to block a Lebanon war powers resolution proposed by Representative Rashida Tlaib. The chamber voted 92 to 324 against the measure, with 117 Democrats voting against it and 91 in favor, while only one Republican was among the yes votes and two Democrats voted present. Had it passed, the resolution would have directed President Donald Trump to remove all US armed forces from any hostilities in Lebanon within seven days of adoption. House leaders stressed that no US service members are engaged in combat operations in Lebanon and indicated support for an alternative proposal to maintain coordination with Lebanon against Hezbollah while ending participation in what they described as the Israeli government’s actions in the region.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the European Union approved an additional €100 million for the Lebanese Armed Forces, earmarked to strengthen the Lebanese state and reduce Hezbollah’s grip on southern Lebanon. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the aim is to help Lebanon establish a monopoly on weapons and disarm non-state actors such as Hezbollah, bringing the total EU military support for Lebanon to €182 million. The move comes as Hezbollah openly rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal that would require the group to withdraw from southern Lebanon and disarm, with Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem vowing that the “resistance” would continue, underscoring the challenge to stabilizing Israel’s northern border.In US Policy Concerning Israel, a commentator reflects on conversations in Washington about the Middle East, noting that the most important discussions are often the ones held out of public view. The piece describes how a year of conflict with Iran has moved some moderate Arab officials to privately hope that Israel and the United States will finish the job against Iran, since a defanged Iran would serve stable governance in the region. The writer emphasizes a gap between private beliefs and public defense of policy as a defining dynamic of the moment.In Israeli Domestic Politics, authorities say a man attempted a stabbing attack at a Western Galilee Border Police station in the early hours. The 23-year-old suspect from Jadeidi-Makr arrived at the station around 5:30 a.m., exited his vehicle, and advanced toward a Border Police officer with a knife; the officer stopped him, and the suspect was detained for questioning. Separately, editors weigh in on protests outside Deputy Supreme Court President Noam Sohlberg’s home following the High Court’s rulings on haredi military service. They condemn the intimidation of judges and warn against a trend of selective obedience, arguing the law is legitimate only when it aligns with broadly supported principles. The piece frames this as part of a wider dispute over how laws are applied across Israeli society.In Israeli Economy and Business, Azerbaijan has emerged as Israel’s gas buffer. Backup supplies from SOCAR provide Egypt and Jordan with alternatives when Israeli gas exports are disrupted, while helping keep Israel connected to regional customers that may avoid direct purchases.In Uplifting News, Jerusalem’s Tower of David Museum is seeking public assistance to recover forgotten photographs of the Western Wall dating from the 1860s to 1968 for a major exhibition marking 60 years since Jerusalem’s reunification. The exhibit, Eyes on the Wall, will explore the wall’s history through personal images, and a recently discovered rare 1920s photo collection underscores the potential for more treasures awaiting discovery. People with relevant images are encouraged to submit them for consideration. Also in uplifting news, history was made when the first woman completed Israel’s most elite unit, Sayeret Matkal, finishing an arduous 18-month training program and breaking a long-standing barrier for female service in the unit.Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-898460https://worldisraelnews.com/europe-pours-millions-into-lebanon-as-hezbollah-rejects-ceasefire/<