Heidi Levine Attacked in West Bank; Netanyahu Responds to Diplomat Incident

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Oct 17, 2026 · 3m · transcript

Reports from the West Bank detail the severe beating of Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine by Jewish rioters, who alleges IDF inaction. European diplomats were also reportedly targeted by settlers near Taybeh. Prime Minister Netanyahu called for evidence amidst accusations of a smear campaign, while former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot labeled the attackers "Jewish terrorists." In Gaza, IDF strikes killed four Hamas operatives, including one involved in the October 7th attacks. Experts also warn Israel faces a strategic threat in a global media war and call for updated public diplomacy to…