Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-09-05 at 09:01

HEADLINES
Jordan stays restrained amid Iranian missile fire
US denies plan to displace Gaza Palestinians
California man on trial for antisemitic threats

The time is now 9:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Regional Impacts, Jordan keeps quiet under Iranian missile fire and this may be why.
Jordan is keeping a low profile as Iranian missile attacks continue, with observers noting that King Abdullah has long built security ties with Washington to bolster the kingdom’s security. Those ties help Jordan stay restrained even as its strategic role in the region makes it a target.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, US ambassador to Israel says there is no plan to force Palestinians out of Gaza.
During a visit to Turmus Ayya in the West Bank, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said there is no plan by Israelis to displace Palestinians from Gaza and stressed that people who want to leave should have the right to do so. He said there is no support for forced evacuation by Israelis or Americans. Defence Minister Israel Katz has said there is no real solution for Gaza without migration, while far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir outlined a seven-year plan for voluntary emigration, and Israel is preparing for a general election.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Huckabee says Israel not planning to force Palestinians out of Gaza Strip during West Bank visit.
During a meeting with Palestinian Americans in Turmus Ayya, Huckabee reaffirmed there is no plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza against their will and described the encounter as constructive. He noted that the number of settlers in the West Bank represents a minority in a regional context, and Washington has not criticized Netanyahu’s government over the violence, though it has urged prosecutions. He also pressed for accountability, saying crime is crime and terror is terror, and called for strong consequences for settler violence as reports of torching fields and other attacks have circulated.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, California man faces trial over alleged threats to shoot up Jewish community center.
Prosecutors say Paul Dean Andrews, 43, of Lomita, threatened a Jewish community center in Redondo Beach, making antisemitic statements during several calls. He has pleaded not guilty and is being held on $275,000 bail with potential prison time exceeding nine years if convicted on all charges. The case follows a history that includes prior offenses, including a 2023 charge of assault with a semi-automatic weapon and the discharge of a firearm, and a prior rehabilitation order.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Tenne offers gourmet kosher food for effortless holiday hosting - review.
A reviewer lauds Tenne’s Rosh Hashanah menu delivered to the home, noting the service enables upscale dining with no shopping or mess. Tenne, a deli concept by Ta’am VaTzeva, provides kosher homemade comfort food with precise portion guidelines, timely delivery, attractive packaging, and easy heating instructions, and the reviewer recommends the experience.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Wine talk: Eat well, drink well.
The Rosh Hashanah wine guide emphasizes wine as central to the festival, with recommendations across budgets and enthusiasm levels to suit different gatherings. It highlights the value of choosing a thoughtful bottle for the table and mentions examples such as options appealing to both seasoned and casual wine buyers, including a noted Gewurztraminer reference.

In Uplifting News, From Greenland rescue to Arctic triumph: Israeli completes punishing Spitsbergen crossing.
Elad Bezalel returned north after a Greenland rescue to attempt a 160-kilometer trek across Spitsbergen, pushing through blizzards, deep snow, and polar bear territory to test his place in the Arctic and to prove his resilience.

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I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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