US-Israel Aid & Politics: The U.S. House nearly voted to cut $3.3B in annual military aid to Israel, but the procedural fight collapsed amid bipartisan pushback—highlighting how Gaza is reshaping Democratic politics and public opinion. West Bank Land Controls: Israel issued 49 military orders since January restricting 2,093 dunams (~517 acres) of privately owned Palestinian land, tightening access and farming while avoiding formal confiscation. Settler Violence & Media: Israeli police arrested four settlers over an alleged attack on a CNN crew near Sinjil; the incident adds to a week of reported West Bank violations and detentions. EU Trade Pressure: EU foreign ministers will debate a possible ban on imports from Israeli settlements, with some countries already acting unilaterally. Iran Escalation & Shipping Risk: CENTCOM says the U.S. completed a third round of Iran strikes, hitting 300+ targets this week, as Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz closed and retaliates across the Gulf. Defense Industry: Elbit says its Tzayad system generated large-scale targeting outputs in Gaza and Lebanon, drawing scrutiny and a later denial. Tech & Productivity: A new look at Israel’s AI adoption shows a “productivity paradox,” with high-tech leading while many non-tech sectors lag. Defense Exports: Rafael plans to produce Iron Dome Tamir interceptors in India to strengthen supply chains and broaden markets. US Domestic Shock: Israel mourns Sen. Lindsey Graham, a longtime pro-Israel ally, after his sudden death at 71.