HEADLINES
Israel destroys IRGC Quds HQ in strike
IDF soldiers wounded by anti-tank missiles
Panama Chabad builds healing retreat for IDF

The time is now 2:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF said it destroyed the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force headquarters in a strike described as among the most significant of the current war. The Quds Force has long been linked to destabilizing the region and to foment pro-Shiite and anti-Sunni movements in several countries. It has also been described as having built a “ring of fire” around Israel through Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, Gaza, the West Bank, and other places. The 2020 assassination of Quds Force chief Qasem Soleimani left his successor Esmail Qaani as a key figure directing operations against Israel on multiple fronts. Officials say Qaani and the Quds Force have been central to supporting Hamas's invasion of Israel on October 7, 2023 in terms of funding, logistics, and training.

In Regional Impacts, East Tehran is on fire.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Two IDF soldiers wounded by anti-tank missile fire during operations in southern Lebanon. Two IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon were wounded on Friday when an anti-tank missile hit their position during forward defensive operations against Hezbollah. The attack prompted a curfew for nearby communities to heighten security, and officials said there were no suspected infiltrations into Israeli territory. The incident marked the fourth such attack in recent days, bringing the tally of Israeli soldiers wounded in southern Lebanon to 14. Earlier on Friday, five Givati Brigade soldiers were badly wounded by anti-tank missiles near the border, with three others lightly wounded.

In Uplifting News, How a Chabad house in Panama built the world’s most critical retreat model for IDF veterans. Israeli combat soldiers are finding healing and community in retreats that blend nature, distance, and structured emotional support. A Panama-based Chabad house is described as developing a model for healing trauma that emphasizes nature, time away, and community as practical tools, part of a broader effort to address the emotional cost carried by soldiers since October 7.

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HEADLINES
Iran-Israel clash escalates after Tehran strike
NIC warns Iran unlikely toppled Trump involved
Oil tops $100 per barrel amid war

The time is now 1:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, air-raid sirens sounded in the north after Iranian activity, and explosions were reported in the Gulf with accounts of a rare strike on Tehran’s Revolutionary Guards HQ linked to a Lebanon-focused operation, alongside claims of the covert Shaldag mission and the ongoing search for Ron Arad. The IDF said the attack produced no casualties and did not disclose whether the missile was intercepted. In the north, two Israeli soldiers were wounded moderately by fire from Lebanon as cross-border exchanges continued. Washington issued a pointed message and Israel signaled its readiness to respond to threats against Beirut, while reports reference discussions and drills tied to doomsday weapon scenarios.

In US Military Role, a classified US National Intelligence Council assessment reportedly warned that the Iranian regime was unlikely to be toppled even by extensive assaults, and unlikely to yield an opposition government. The assessment, described by the Washington Post and confirmed by three people familiar with its contents, was completed about a week before Israel and the United States launched their attack on Iran on February 28. It laid out scenarios in which Iran could be hit by small- and large-scale actions. The report surfaced as President Donald Trump pressed to be involved in selecting Iran’s next leader after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed earlier in the campaign, and as Trump said he wanted to “clean out everything.” The White House declined to say whether Trump had seen the NIC analysis before ordering the strike.

In Regional Impacts, Gulf leaders are weighing a once-in-a-generation moment to reshape the Middle East as drone and missile attacks from Iran add pressure on neighboring states. Diplomatic language has shifted from restraint to condemnation of the regime, then back toward caution about widening the conflict. Inside the Gulf, Dubai and other capitals have seen influencers post messages of resolve, while investors reassess risk as evacuation flights and tourist activity respond to the crisis.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, two IDF soldiers were wounded by anti-tank missiles during forward defensive operations in southern Lebanon and were evacuated. The attack came amid a sequence of similar incidents that have raised the total number of Israeli soldiers wounded in southern Lebanon to 14. The IDF said the assailants were engaged soon after, and it imposed a curfew on nearby communities to heighten alertness, while officials stressed there were no confirmed infiltrations into Israeli territory. Earlier on Friday, five Givati Brigade soldiers were badly wounded by anti-tank missiles near the Lebanon border in northern Israel, with three others lightly wounded in the same incident.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, the White House indicated that the aim of the conflict would be pursued with an expected time frame of four to six weeks to reach key objectives, signaling an approach that anticipates a defined period for military goals.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel extended nationwide wartime restrictions until Monday, with gatherings limited to 50 people and access to shelters, workplaces allowed near protected spaces, schools closed and beaches shut as security concerns persist across the country.

In Israeli Economy and Business, traders warn that oil could reach 100 dollars per barrel if the war with Iran persists. With shipping through the Strait of Hormuz largely disrupted, oil and gas prices have risen, Brent crude trading above 90 dollars a barrel, and some industry officials warn that supply constraints and dwindling tankers could force further hikes unless the conflict de-escalates.

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HEADLINES
Iran Assembly Names Next Leader Amid Uncertainty
Gulf Realigns as Iran Escalates Attacks
Israeli Soldiers Wounded by Lebanon Mortar Fire

The time is now 12:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, an opinion-focused piece contends that the so-called rules-based international order has long overlooked the explicit, ongoing confrontation among Iran, the United States, and Israel, and asks who has the right to tell Israel how to defend itself against Iran’s nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and regional proxies. It critiques Western leaders, including Britain's prime minister for calls to de-escalation and a diplomatic process, arguing that such positions amount to spinelessness in the face of the conflict. It also questions France’s stance on international law as it relates to broader alignment with the United States and Israel.

In US Military Role, Iran’s Assembly of Experts is reported to be convening within a day to select Iran’s next supreme leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with Iranian and regional outlets providing conflicting details about the process and location. Some reports say the assembly’s buildings in Qom and Tehran were struck by Israeli actions, while others describe the planned selection as moving to virtual formats and name Mojtaba Khamenei as a possible successor, with indications that a decision could come soon. Separately, a Washington Post report based on a classified National Intelligence Council assessment completed a week before the current conflict suggests that a large-scale military assault would be unlikely to topple the regime, though succession scenarios and Iranian responses to potential leadership changes remain a focus of concern. Additionally, a White House briefing states that the objective of the war is expected to be achieved within four to six weeks.

In Regional Impacts, Gulf leaders are portrayed as being on the cusp of a once-in-a-generation chance to reshape the Middle East, with drone and missile attacks from Iran intensifying pressure on nearby Arab states and prompting shifts in diplomatic language from cautious de-escalation to condemnation and, at times, calls to be excluded from the conflict. The piece notes a sense among some Gulf influencers and observers that political calculations are not bound by domestic election concerns, spotlighting Dubai as an example of how regional dynamics are shifting in the wake of escalating tensions and broader strategic reevaluations. A separate item references West Tehran in a brief, noting developments in that area.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israel Defense Forces report that two soldiers from the Givati Brigade were moderately wounded by mortar fire during a defense mission in southern Lebanon, and they were evacuated to a hospital with their families informed of the injuries.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, former ambassador Mike Herzog, the president’s brother, responds to Donald Trump’s threats to sanction him, insisting that anyone who believes threats of force and external pressure will influence the president does not understand the people involved, underscoring a firm stance against external coercion.

In Uplifting News, Israelis living in the United Arab Emirates express a longing to return to Israel, describing hopes and rumors about secret flights, while noting they feel they are not yet part of the ongoing operational picture.

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HEADLINES
IRGC strikes Marshall Islands tanker in Hormuz
Iran fires missiles and drones at Kuwait
China seeks Hormuz oil LNG passage

The time is now 11:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Regional Impacts, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it struck a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media reported. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations issued a warning after a report of an incident about 10 nautical miles north of Jubail, Saudi Arabia, advising vessels to transit with caution and report suspicious activity. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for Gulf oil shipments, and the wider confrontation among the United States, Israel, and Iran has stalled oil transit through the chokepoint. China is in talks with Iran to allow crude oil and Qatari LNG vessels to pass safely through Hormuz, Reuters reported. Kuwait's state oil company said it has implemented precautionary reductions in crude production and refining throughput as part of its risk management and business continuity strategy, prompted by ongoing attacks by Iran and concerns about safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The Kuwaiti defense ministry later stated that Iran had fired 14 ballistic missiles and 23 drones toward Kuwait over the past 48 hours. Separately, a report notes that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the ruler of the United Arab Emirates to accelerate outbound flights from Dubai.

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HEADLINES
Israel strikes Tehran destroys 16 IRGC planes
Israel intercepts 110 drones from Iran
US taps UK bases for Iran showdown

The time is now 10:22 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, overnight the Israeli Air Force conducted a broad wave of strikes across Tehran and on military infrastructure located at Merabad Airport in Tehran. Mehrabad Airport was used by the Quds Force of the IRGC and served as a central hub for arming and funding the regime’s terrorist proxies in the Middle East. Aircraft loaded with weapons and cash took off from the airport numerous times and landed across the region for the use of the Iranian terror regime’s proxies. In the strike, 16 aircraft of the Quds Force unit of the IRGC were precisely dismantled. These aircraft were transferring weapons to Hezbollah as part of the regime’s effort to arm the terrorist organization, which serves as its main terrorist proxy. Also targeted were several Iranian fighter jets that posed a threat to Israeli Air Force aircraft operating in Iranian airspace. There were also reports of a massive airstrike on a government building in Tehran. Head of the Israel Air Force, General Tomer Bar, participated personally in sorties against the Iranian regime.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran continues to fire missiles at Israel as IDF destroys IRGC aircraft used to supply proxies. The military said it had intercepted more than 110 drones launched from Iran toward Israel since the start of the operation, and Hezbollah expanded rocket fire toward communities in the Galilee.

In Iranian Retaliation, Iranian officials told CNN they are prepared to strike new US targets, warning that if the US attacks new targets, Iran will respond with new targets.

In US Military Role, the United States has started using British bases for certain operations against Iran during the Middle East war, the UK government announced. Britain’s defence ministry said the US had begun using the military sites for specific defensive operations to prevent Iran firing missiles into the region. Those bases are Fairford in Gloucestershire, western England, and the UK-US Diego Garcia base on the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean. A US Air Force B-1 Lancer bomber landed at Fairford on Saturday, and an American C-5 Galaxy plane could be seen on the runway. A US Air Force C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft arrived at Nevatim Air Base in Israel after departing Anniston Army Depot and transiting through Ramstein Air Base, delivering interceptor missiles for the THAAD ballistic missile defense system.

In Regional Impacts, the UAE interior ministry called on residents to stay in a safe place amid the missile threat. The Dubai attack is cited as part of a broad regional campaign by Iran in the Gulf, with reporting suggesting the operation may be part of a calculated Iranian strategy rather than a spur-of-the-moment response. Iran struck a vessel 10 nautical miles off the coast of Saudi Arabia. There are reports of missiles launched from Bahrain to Iran. Iran attempted to strike Dubai’s air-traffic control radar with a Shahed-136 drone, but the drone likely fell short of the target. India allowed an Iranian warship to dock at Kochi on humanitarian grounds after the US sank the Iranian frigate Dena off Sri Lanka, with reports of hundreds of casualties in that attack. The docking occurred the same day, in what was described as a humanitarian gesture amid mounting regional tensions.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a demonstration in support of the Ayatollah regime in Iran and against Israel and the US took place yesterday in London, UK.

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HEADLINES
Israel claims Tehran strike kills Ali Khamenei
Iranian drones fire as Israel intercepts 110
US taps UK bases for defensive operations

The time is now 10:05 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, overnight the Israeli Air Force conducted a broad wave of strikes across Tehran and targeted military infrastructure at Mehrabad Airport, a facility used by the Quds Force of the IRGC as a central hub for arming and funding the regime’s proxies in the Middle East. Aircraft loaded with weapons and cash reportedly took off from Mehrabad and landed across the region to support Iranian proxies, with 16 Quds Force aircraft dismantled in the operation and Iranian fighter jets posing a threat to Israeli air operations also targeted. Reports accompanying the briefing describe an air strike that obliterated a Tehran compound where a gathering of key decision-makers was taking place, killing Ali Khamenei, his wife, and other top officials. US and Israeli intelligence assistance was cited by officials detailing how reconnaissance and intercepts enabled the strike, including claims that Iran’s road-surveillance network had been compromised. The head of the Israel Air Force, General Tomer Bar, was said to have participated personally in sorties against the Iranian regime.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran continues to fire missiles at Israel as the IDF destroys IRGC aircraft used to supply proxies. The military said it intercepted more than 110 drones launched from Iran since the operation began, and Hezbollah has expanded rocket fire toward communities in the Galilee. Alarms sounded in the north after a drone intrusion, and there are reports of exchanges of fire with Lebanon as the confrontation broadens.

In US Military Role, the United States has begun using British bases for specific defensive operations to prevent Iran from firing missiles into the region, with Fairford in Gloucestershire and the Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean cited for this purpose. The move drew commentary from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid initial reluctance by Washington to engage, and a US Air Force B-1 Lancer bomber was observed at Fairford, with a C-5 Galaxy seen on the runway. In a separate claim from the former president, Trump asserted that “we destroyed 42 Iranian navy ships within three days.” Separately, a US Air Force C-17A Globemaster III transport arrived at Nevatim Air Base in Israel, reportedly delivering interceptor missiles for the THAAD system. The broader posture included four US B-1 bombers landing in Britain, underscoring the capacity to strike targets across the region with long-range missiles.

In Regional Impacts, developments abroad include an Iranian Shahed-136 drone that likely attempted to strike the air-traffic control radar at Dubai International Airport but fell short of its target. Separately, Iran struck a vessel about 10 nautical miles off the coast of Saudi Arabia, highlighting a widening risk to maritime traffic in the Gulf region.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, launches attributed to Bahraini sources indicate missiles directed toward Iran, with statements describing “that’s the launch from Bahrain towards Iran” and reports of missiles launched from Bahrain toward Iran, suggesting spillover effects reaching Gulf states and the broader confrontation with proxy networks.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, President Trump spoke publicly about the war with Iran, arguing that Iran was “very close to a nuclear weapon” and describing the campaign as having disrupted Iranian capabilities, including claims that 42 ships, the air force, and communications were destroyed. He framed the operation as a necessary step in preventing a nuclear capability, while noting the need to keep future actions to a minimum.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel is set to extend war-time economy restrictions by another day, with Home Front Command expected to consider easing restrictions in the education system on a differential basis, primarily in areas considered under lower threat.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a demonstration in support of the Ayatollah regime in Iran and against Israel and the United States took place yesterday in London, reflecting ongoing tensions and public displays amid the wider conflict.

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HEADLINES
- Iran strikes Saudi base; five wounded
- Azerbaijan foils Iranian plot on Israeli targets
- Britain to bolster Gulf defense after strikes

The time is now 5:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, a flurry of developments over 72 hours highlights the regional strain. An Iranian ballistic missile hit a US military base in Saudi Arabia, wounding five service members. Across the Lebanon border, five fighters were seriously wounded, including the son of a senior Israeli official, with two others lightly wounded. A commander of the Navy's elite Shayetet 13 described a hidden front at sea, and authorities said a militant group continues to press its members to join an attack, even as some remain hesitant. In the north, Hezbollah actions prompted heightened concern as officials suggested a bluff was exposed.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Azerbaijan's security service thwarted an Iranian plot to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku and other Jewish targets, allegedly carried out by Iran's IRGC to sow panic and reputational damage. Three explosive devices were found and neutralized, and Azerbaijan condemned an Iranian drone strike on the Nakhchivan exclave, promising a response. Separately, sirens rang across central Israel as a missile attack from Iran was intercepted, with one missile shot down.

In Iranian Retaliation, air force officials say the Iranians are no amateurs; they prepared extensively for the operation, including mobilizing a large number of equipment at launch sites to rapidly open tunnels after each sortie, and they counted on a high flight tempo, though the pace left them little margin to adjust.

In Regional Impacts, alarms were heard in the Galilee after rocket fire attributed to Hezbollah. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about Iran's strikes on the kingdom, saying Britain would deploy additional fighter jets, helicopters and a destroyer to the region and would boost intelligence cooperation to support defensive operations and civilian protection.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israel has been conducting strikes in western Iran to support Iranian Kurdish militias along the border areas, while Iraqi Kurdish factions face pushback that could hamper mobilization. Argentina issued an arrest warrant for Ahmad Vahidi, the suspect in the 1994 AMIA bombing, as he was appointed head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a move that underscores enduring regional tensions.

In Uplifting News, reports from the Israeli air force describe a standout member whose work in Tehran drew high praise, with colleagues saying the individual’s performance was nothing short of brilliant. Another account recounts pilots who flew to Iran three times in a single day, a feat described as a remarkable display of planning and endurance.

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HEADLINES
Azerbaijan Foils IRGC Plot Against Israeli Embassy
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Command Centers Beirut
US Targets Iran Airspace Control in Weeks

The time is now 4:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, the piece raises a question about who were the extremely important people Israel aimed to kill with more than 100 munitions dropped from 50 fighter jets to ensure none survived inside what is described as Khamenei’s bunker, but the article provides no names or confirmed outcomes.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Azerbaijani authorities say they thwarted an Iranian plot by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku and other Jewish targets, with three explosive devices located and neutralized. The alleged targets included the Baku-Ceyhan Oil Pipeline, the Israeli Embassy, a leader of the Mountain Jewish community, and a local synagogue. Earlier, Azerbaijan said Iran carried out a drone strike on its Nakhchivan exclave, hitting the terminal of Nakhchivan International Airport and crashing a drone near a school in Shakarabad, wounding two civilians and prompting evacuations; Baku blamed Iran for the attack and said Iran bears full responsibility.

In Iranian Retaliation, Iran International reports that the target of the attack on Khamenei’s ground compound was his son Mojtaba, who has been marked as his successor, a detail the outlet highlights in its coverage.

In US Military Role, President Trump is set to meet with executives from major defense contractors to press for boosted production as stockpiles drawn down by strikes on Iran and other operations are replenished. The talks involve companies including Lockheed Martin and RTX, with officials noting negotiations have not progressed as quickly as hoped and ongoing efforts to prioritize production over shareholder payouts. Separately, the White House said the United States is well on its way toward controlling Iranian airspace, with four to six weeks cited as a horizon for achievable objectives, as Washington weighs potential Iran leadership options amid broader regional considerations.

In Regional Impacts, a British trade union says cost-cutting linked to Serco Marine’s contract is delaying the deployment of HMS Dragon to Cyprus, a move seen as part of Britain’s effort to bolster defenses near the island after a drone strike on RAF Akrotiri. Israeli officials describe the Iran situation as an ultimate test, warning that an uprising could come soon as the regime weakens, with missile fire toward Israel easing while strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon continue. In Iraq’s Kurdistan region, security sources say a drone attacked the Rotana hotel near Erbil Arjan, underscoring ongoing spillover risks as the United States warned that Iranian-backed groups may target hotels hosting foreigners.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israeli forces carried out a new wave of strikes in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district, targeting multiple command centers tied to Hezbollah and the IRGC. The targets included an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council, with the IDF stressing the sites were used to plan and execute attacks against Israel and its civilians. The military noted the operation follows a broad campaign in Lebanon and emphasized the use of precision-guided munitions and intelligence to minimize civilian harm.

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HEADLINES
Iran Missile Strikes US Base in Saudi
Beirut Dahiyeh Hit as Hezbollah Stockpiles
Iran Troops Desert After Khamenei Death

The time is now 3:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran is reported to have launched a ballistic missile that struck a United States military base in Saudi Arabia, underscoring heightened regional tension. On the Lebanese border, five fighters were seriously wounded, and there are accounts suggesting a hidden naval front off Israel’s coast described by the commander of the Shayetet 13 unit. Reports also indicate an extremist organization is seeking to recruit members for possible attacks, while northern observers note continued Hezbollah activity amid the broader confrontation.

The Israeli Air Force says it has struck more than 400 targets belonging to the Iranian regime in western Iran, including ballistic missile launchers and drone storage facilities. The military ties a drop in Iranian missile launches to damage inflicted on Iran’s launcher network. Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, Israeli jets have conducted about 2,600 sorties in 150 strike waves, dropping roughly 6,500 munitions. In one strike, an IAF aircraft identified a truck carrying an Iranian air-defense system moving within Shahroud, which was subsequently attacked and the system destroyed.

Iranian Retaliation, meanwhile, is described as unsettled by the killing of the former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Some officers have abandoned their posts, leaving conscripts to stand guard with little support, according to soldiers at a Lorestan province base. There are reports of troops sleeping outdoors to avoid strike danger, and officials say leadership has not adequately addressed regular troops as the United States and Israel pledge further escalation.

Regional Impacts are being felt as Britain’s HMS Dragon’s Cyprus deployment faces a delay attributed to cost-cutting that limits resupply and rearmament to regular weekday hours under a Serco Marine contract. Union officials say redundancies and staff losses have weakened support capacity. Separately, regional diplomacy surfaces as Saudi Arabia has been reported to engage in direct talks with Iran through a diplomatic backchannel in an urgent bid to de-escalate and prevent further deterioration of the conflict.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israeli Air Force carried out another wave of strikes in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district, targeting multiple command centers used by Iran’s IRGC and by Hezbollah, including an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council. The military notes these actions come as part of a broader campaign and says civilian-harm reductions are being pursued. Reuters, citing multiple sources, reports that Hezbollah spent months restocking rockets and drones with support from Iran and its own weapons factories to prepare for another war with Israel, including moving fighters from its Radwan unit to southern Lebanon and amassing an estimated 25,000 rockets and missiles.

Israeli Domestic Politics are reflected in sirens heard across central Israel, underscoring the ongoing strain from the regional confrontation and the broader security situation.

Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate Update notes Azerbaijan’s authorities foiled an Iran-linked plot targeting the Israeli embassy and a synagogue in Baku, with suspects including Iranian and Azerbaijani citizens and plans to assassinate a Jewish community leader in the city.

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HEADLINES
Iranian missiles hit Israel Tel Aviv spared
Iranian officers abandon posts after Khamenei death
US closes in on Iranian airspace

The time is now 2:34 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Sirens sounded across central Israel amid a missile attack from Iran. Tel Aviv was spared this time.

In Iranian Retaliation, Iranian officers abandon posts, conscripted troops amid US and Israeli strikes - report. Since the killing of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, confusion has erupted within the Iranian military. Several soldiers stationed at a base in Lorestan province told Iran International that many commanders had, fearing strikes, abandoned their posts, leaving conscripted soldiers behind without support. Some soldiers have been spending nights in open areas outside the base for fear of being hit in an airstrike, and leadership was not paying adequate attention to the needs of the regular troops. The report comes as the United States and Israel have vowed an escalation in the campaign.

In US Military Role, White House says US well on way toward controlling Iran airspace. The United States is well on its way toward controlling Iranian airspace, with officials saying achievable objectives should be completed in four to six weeks. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke to reporters about the effort, and said Washington was considering potential candidates to lead Iran, while President Donald Trump said there would be no deal with Iran beyond unconditional surrender.

In Regional Impacts, UK warship’s Cyprus deployment delayed amid claims of ‘9-to-5’ contract. A British trade union said a cost-cutting Defence Ministry contract awarded to a contractor slowed resupply and rearmament services to office hours, delaying the Dragon, a Royal Navy destroyer, from joining patrols near Cyprus after threats linked to Iran. The union cited reductions in staffing and resupply capacity, with redundancies and departures affecting readiness. Israel boosts security for missions, tourists abroad amid ‘concrete threats’ during Iran war. The Shin Bet and Foreign Ministry announced increased security measures for Israelis abroad and for missions worldwide, with emphasis on the Middle East, Europe and Africa. Officials said these overt and covert measures include enhanced rapid-response procedures, emergency evacuation capabilities and closer cooperation with local security authorities at Israeli missions and gathering sites abroad.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, IDF strikes IRGC, Hezbollah command centers in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district. The Israel Defense Forces said it struck multiple command centers used by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Hezbollah, as part of more than 500 strikes on targets in Lebanon since the start of the operation. Targets included an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval unit command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council, all described as used to plan and execute attacks against Israel. The military said it took steps to minimize civilian harm, including the use of precision-guided munitions, aerial surveillance, and enhanced intelligence. Azerbaijan foils Iran-linked plot targeting Israeli embassy and synagogue in Baku. Azerbaijani authorities said they foiled an Iranian-linked plot to attack the Israeli embassy and a synagogue in Baku. Report: Hezbollah knew war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months. A monitoring report claimed Hezbollah believed war with Israel was inevitable and had been rearming for months, with estimates of about 25,000 rockets and missiles and a redeployment of Radwan fighters to southern Lebanon. אזרבייג'ן חושפת: סוכל תכנון איראני לפגוע בשגרירות ישראל במדינה. An Azerbaijani briefing reported that Iranian plans to strike the Israeli embassy in the country were foiled, reinforcing the ongoing spillover of regional tensions.

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