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Dear A.,
Today, the IDF eliminated the commander of Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force in a targeted strike in Beirut.
"The Radwan terrorists led by him are responsible for fire directed at Israeli communities and attacks against IDF soldiers," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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said in an announcement confirming the strike. "No terrorist has immunity; the long arm of Israel will reach every enemy and murderer."
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Meanwhile,
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Axios reported today that the United States is awaiting Iran's response to a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war and set a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations. The proposed agreement would reportedly commit Iran to halting nuclear enrichment, provide for mutual easing of Hormuz restrictions, and release billions in frozen Iranian assets — with the full blockade and U.S. military authority to resume operations preserved as backstops if a 30-day negotiation period fails.
Prime Minister Netanyahu
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said that he will speak with President Trump tonight, and that "We maintain continuous contact with our friends in the United States…There is full coordination between us — no surprises."
Speaking at the White House yesterday (video above), Secretary of State Marco Rubio
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said that the United States "achieved the objectives" of Operation Epic Fury and is negotiating with the Iranian regime to achieve a deal that, "touches on all the key topics that have to be addressed, a full opening of the straits so the world can get back to normal."
Additionally, the U.S. and its Gulf allies have
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proposed a U.N. resolution to sanction Iran if it does not stop its attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, during a visit to southern Lebanon today,
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said that the military has a “series of targets” ready to strike in Iran, should the war resume. “We are on high alert to return to an intense and broad campaign that will allow us to deepen our achievements and further weaken the Iranian regime.”
Below are more key news updates and
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a new AIPAC podcast episode on the importance of the U.S.-Israel MOU. Continue to follow our
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social media channels to stay informed in real-time.
Jake Braunstein
Senior Director, Policy Communications
MUST LISTEN
Breaking Down the MOU: Facts, Myths, and Misconceptions
AIPAC Podcast
Deryn Sousa, Dave Gillette, and Deb Saxon
American security assistance to Israel is in the news. As members of Congress consider funding the 9th year of a 10-year MOU originally signed by President Obama, broader questions about the next MOU are shaping the discussion here in Washington and across the country. In this episode, AIPAC spokeswoman Deryn Sousa sits down with senior lobbyists Dave Gillette and Deb Saxon to discuss the MOU's decades-long history, how the money is spent (spoiler: almost all of it is spent here in America), and discuss why this funding matters to America.
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Israeli soldiers severely wounded by Hezbollah; IDF Chief provides update on Lebanon
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir today visited troops stationed in southern Lebanon,
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saying that more than 2,000 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated since the terror group joined the war in March.
He added that the IDF "seize every opportunity to deepen the blow to Hezbollah and its continued weakening."
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Meanwhile, Hezbollah continues to launch attacks against Israeli troops and citizens. A number of Hezbollah projectiles were
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intercepted over southern Lebanon, although one
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landed in Israel .
At least three Israeli soldiers were
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wounded today,
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including one severely , during two separate explosive drone attacks on IDF troops in southern Lebanon.
In response, the IDF has
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launched a new wave of airstrikes on Hezbollah infrastructure across southern Lebanon.
At his press conference yesterday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, "The problem with Israel and Lebanon is not Israel or Lebanon — it's Hezbollah. Hezbollah operates from inside of Lebanese territory; they terrorize and attack Israelis, but they also are inflicting tremendous damage on the Lebanese people," Rubio
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said .
22 AIPAC-endorsed candidates won in Indiana and Ohio yesterday, more than 70 in cycle so far
Yesterday, 22 AIPAC-endorsed candidates won their primary races in Indiana and Ohio, bringing the total to more than 70 AIPAC-backed candidates advancing to the November general election.
Voters continue to choose serious, thoughtful leaders who reflect the views of millions of pro-Israel Democrats and Republicans — leaders who understand the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship and that supporting our key ally in the Middle East strengthens America’s security.
AIPAC’s grassroots members are proud to stand with pro-Israel Democrats and Republicans — showing once again that supporting the U.S.-Israel relationship is both good policy and good politics.
PHOTO OF THE DAY
Hezbollah flag flown at NYC protest outside of synagogue
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Anti-Israel protesters were outside of Park East Synagogue in New York City last night, flying the Hezbollah flag and chanting "We don’t want no two states, we want all of it," "Death to the IDF," and "There is only one solution, intifada revolution."
Hamas failure to disarm could lead to resumption of hostilities
While the Board of Peace continues its negotiations with Hamas over disarmament, and as the terror group continues refusing to do so, the Board envoy Nickolay Mladenov
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warned that, "Failure by Hamas to accept the framework within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Board of Peace and after consultation with the parties, shall render such commitments null and void."
Yesterday, the IDF
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eliminated two Hamas terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and "posed an immediate threat" to the lives of Israeli soldiers.
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The mission of AIPAC is to encourage and persuade the U.S. government to enact specific policies that create a strong, enduring and mutually beneficial relationship with our ally Israel.
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