# Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-25 at 22:01

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Podcast: [Israel Today: Ongoing War Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/israel-today-ongoing-war-report-6668940)
Published: 2026-07-26T02:01:37+00:00
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HEADLINES US dodges Iran war, missiles dwindling Jackson sweeps Maine Senate nomination Court rejects canceling Likud primaries The time is now 10:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In US Military Role, President Donald Trump decided not to escalate the conflict with Iran, citing concerns that an extended war could deplete interceptor stockpiles. Officials say White House discussions have centered on the depletion of interceptor missiles, particularly after three US soldiers were killed in Jordan when an Iranian missile penetrated American air defenses. General Dan Caine reportedly said that a return to full-scale war with Iran would be doable but would severely reduce the number of missiles available to US Central Command in the Middle East. White House communications director Steven Cheung told the New York Times that the president has been consistent in preferring a diplomatic solution, but he retains all options if Iran continues attacks in the Strait of Hormuz or against allies. Cheung added that it would be wise for Iran to pursue a negotiated deal; otherwise, they know what will happen. One anonymous senior US official claimed that a return to major operations against Iran would not drive them back to negotiations. In US Policy Concerning Israel, Troy Jackson won Maine’s Democratic Senate nomination in a landslide, 566 to 5, and did not mention Israel or AIPAC in his acceptance address. The victory came at a nominating convention where Saundra Pelletier was the remaining challenger after others dropped out. Pelletier used her remarks to attack Senator Susan Collins’ voting record on Israel. The race followed the departure earlier this month of former Democratic nominee Graham Platner, who had been critical of…

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