Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.
US bureau chief Jacob Magid joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode.
As aides to US President Donald Trump express their anger with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over IDF strikes in Syria last week, Magid examines the sources and timing of the remarks, noting that the US is attempting to continue talks with Syria.
Magid updates the latest on hostage negotiations between Hamas and Israel, discussing the length of this latest round, and commenting that the sense is that while Hamas has been deliberating, the overall trend is toward a deal, as both sides have agreed on many of the issues.
Finally, Magid discusses the ongoing chaos and violence at aid distribution sites in Gaza, where, reportedly, several dozen Palestinians were killed on Sunday, and the desperate need to find a better system of handing out the food packages. He also examines the system of distributing aid and the current international community's suggestions to flood the Gaza Strip with aid, to alleviate tension and pressure at aid distribution points.
Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates.
For further reading:
‘He bombs everything all the time’: US said fuming at ‘madman’ Netanyahu after Syria strikes
Israel accuses Hamas of foot-dragging, as sides await group’s reply to softened proposal
Hamas officials say at least 73 Gazans killed, most near aid site; IDF: Toll exaggerated
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IMAGE: Palestinians gather to demand an end to Israeli attacks and the entry of humanitarian aid on July 20, 2025, in the central Gaza Strip. (Photo by Ali Hassan/Flash90)
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