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.

Magid discusses how US President Donald Trump was impacted by the hostage videos that came out last week of an emaciated Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski, and his statement that Israel should do what it needs to in Gaza.

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Trump isn’t pushing Israel about its possible occupation plan of Gaza, but is planning to expand the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation beyond its current three locations. Magid comments on the GHF’s need for cash, its reliance on US funding to date and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s 180-degree turn on giving aid to Gaza.

Magid also examines the complex relationship between the US and the Palestinian Authority. At issue are financial support and governance. The US has denied visas to Palestinian Authority officials as a form of pressure, while the PA’s legitimacy is at risk due to its financial instability.

Check out The Times of Israel’s ongoing liveblog for more updates.

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Aiming to boost aid, Israel to allow gradual flow of goods to Gaza’s private sector

US to deny visas for PA officials over efforts to ‘internationalize’ the conflict

Hamstrung PA weighs options as Israel continues to withhold its much-needed funds

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