Day 65 - Penetrating the fog of war, two months on

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. Today is day 65 of the war with Hamas. Editor David Horovitz joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan on today's episode, giving a longer overview of two months of war. We hear how the war is going for Israel so far and what we understand could happen in the north with Hezbollah. We learn who are Israel’s international partners -- and where there may be friction in those relationships. Finally, we hear about the mood of the nation, 65 days on. For the latest updates, please look at The Times of Israel’s ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: Live blog December 10, 2023 IDF chief: Hamas rule in Gaza faltering; leaked video shows apparent gunmen surrender IDF needs about 2 more months in Gaza to wrap up 1st stage of war, Israel believes National security adviser indicates war against Hezbollah likely once Hamas is defeated US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip THOSE WE HAVE LOST: Civilians and soldiers killed in Hamas's onslaught on Israel THOSE WE ARE MISSING: The hostages and victims whose fate is still unknown Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on iTunes, Spotify, PlayerFM, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. IMAGE: Black smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike on the outskirts of Yaroun, a Lebanese border village with Israel, in south Lebanon, December 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.