HEADLINES
Israel plans remote lessons for Iran war
Beit Hanoun tunnels dismantled stockpile found
Shin Bet chief diverges from Netanyahu

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In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israel’s education chief signaled that in the event of renewed war with Iran, schools would cancel classes in the initial days before transitioning to remote learning, with authorities following Home Front Command guidance first and foremost. Deputy Director General for Security and Emergency Arieh Mor told a Knesset panel that students and parents could be emotionally unprepared for learning during an emergency, and that the shift to distance learning would come after an initial pause. Lawmakers pressed for clarity on the pedagogical effectiveness of online lessons and highlighted that many pupils lack reliable home access to computers; Mor noted that reforms from the COVID era allow local municipalities and schools to purchase distance-learning equipment for students who cannot afford it. The discussion also referenced a State Comptroller report questioning the overall effectiveness of remote instruction. Separately, the regional security picture included commentary on possible Iranian proxies’ activities: as reports circulated about Iran’s broader influence, British and other analysts weighed the notion that groups such as Hamas or Hezbollah could possess deep tunneling expertise, with exchanges noting four tunnels uncovered under Belarusian borders used to smuggle migrants into Europe and naming potential Middle Eastern actors capable of such construction. An opinion piece drawn from historical parallels warns that Iran’s nuclear ambitions echo prewar Europe, arguing the United States faces a hard choice between appeasement and decisive action, drawing lessons from the late 1930s and urging timely, non-accommodating steps to curb a perceived existential threat. On the ground in Lebanon, the IDF said it attacked Hezbollah infrastructure in the Baalbek region as part of broader regional activity, and later reported a series of strikes against Hezbollah targets in eastern Lebanon, underscoring ongoing cross-border tension tied to the wider crisis.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Israeli forces located and dismantled underground tunnel routes in Beit Hanoun in southern Gaza, about five kilometers in total, which extended east of the Yellow Line into Israeli-controlled territory. The operation, conducted by the Southern Command with the Northern Brigade and Yahalom Unit, also uncovered a weapons stockpile inside an underground tunnel complex, including observation and surveillance gear, explosives, ammunition, grenades, launchers, rifles, and RPGs, with officials signaling that the Southern Command will continue targeted drilling to remove threats and safeguard residents of the western Negev. The same update notes that these engineering efforts are part of ongoing efforts to deny terror infrastructure the ability to threaten Israeli areas, while reiterating that the initiative aligns with ceasefire terms and security aims. The broader Gaza theater remains marked by active tunnel networks and counterterrorism work, with forces maintaining a focus east of the Yellow Line as operations progress.

Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate features a trio of developments. In a civil-rights action linked to intimidation campaigns, Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of Within Our Lifetime, has filed a lawsuit against Betar USA accusing it of orchestrating stalking, threats, and harassment, including allegedly circulating a beeper and offering a bounty to incite assaults linked to civil rights violations under the Ku Klux Klan Enforcement Act of 1871. Separately, College Station Smash announced that it had overturned a ban on a Jewish-American e-sports player after a lawsuit argued the bans were based on defamation and biased treatment; the case involved actions by the National Jewish Advocacy Center and concerns over anti-Israel sentiment in competitive gaming spaces. In another reporting strand, a Turkish national news outlet claimed a prominent Jewish content creator, Melih Abuaf, exercises outsized influence over Turkey’s children’s content landscape, citing major channels with millions of followers and discussing his associations and brand partnerships amid broader debates over media influence and geopolitics.

Israeli Domestic Politics centers on a notable public stance from the security service arena. Shin Bet chief David Zini, who took the helm in October, publicly aligned with the agency’s investigation findings regarding the October 7 disaster, marking the first explicit divergence with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the narrative surrounding that day. The comments, made at an internal conference, come as Netanyahu faced sustained internal and public pressure over the handling and interpretation of the events and after former Shin Bet leadership had questioned or challenged the PM’s framing. The development is set against a backdrop of ongoing political friction over accountability and how to address past security lapses, with Bar and other senior officials calling for state inquiries to ensure broader accountability.

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HEADLINES
Berlin festival crisis over Gaza dominated program
US pushes Israel to strike Iran first
Turkish TVNET accuses Melih Abuaf mind control

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 the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Germany's government held an emergency meeting of Berlin Film Festival organizers to discuss the event's direction after Gaza dominated the program and sparked protests. A report said the culture and media commissioner planned to sack festival director Tricia Tuttle, though the festival's oversight body denied the claim. The prospect of a leadership shake drew a boycott threat from the festival’s main prize winner Ilker Catak and a letter of support from figures including Tilda Swinton and Tom Tykwer. The controversy underscores a clash in Germany between anger over Israel's actions in Gaza and concerns about free speech amid historical sensitivities, with the crisis meeting of the organizing body part of efforts to steer the festival through a politically charged moment.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, the must-listen roundup notes that Modi and Netanyahu announced deals, and that the United States wants Israel to strike Iran first. The segment, produced for a concise briefing, provides a quick snapshot of these developments to frame the latest regional calculations for audiences seeking context.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Turkish TVNET accused a Turkish Jewish content creator, Melih Abuaf, of “controlling the minds of Turkish children,” citing his million-subscriber channels and noting relatives in Israel as well as purported ties to IDF soldiers. The report also highlighted brand deals with companies often targeted by boycott campaigns and mentioned past ads with major retailers after October 2023. Separately, an opinion piece argues for adopting the term “Zionophobia” to shape the Israel debate, suggesting that focusing on alleged hostility toward Zionism should be reframed as prejudice and urging supporters to call out such bias rather than defend Zionism.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, exclusive reporting indicates some Israeli officials are weighing ex gratia payments to a small number of Gazan war victims as a means to rebuild global legitimacy and move away from a binary war-crimes narrative. The plan is said to mirror a 2010 settlement with Turkey after the Mavi Marmara incident and reportedly has support among former and current legal officials, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu having used similar approaches with Turkey in the past.

In Uplifting News, the hills are green across northern Israel after the winter rains, a scene captured by photographer Michael Giladi. And the dogs of the US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee are already dressed up for Purim, adding a lighthearted note to the day.

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HEADLINES
- Geneva talks stall over Iran red lines
- IDF destroys Hamas tunnels in Beit Hanoun
- Paris family faces mezuzah removal order

The time is now 10:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US-Iran nuclear negotiations: Red lines, risks, and what’s at stake in Geneva talks - explainer. The United States hopes Geneva talks on Thursday will yield an agreement to substantially curb Iran’s nuclear weapons program and weaken Tehran’s ballistic missile threat, while President Trump has signaled a willingness to advance a deal even if it does not fully neutralize those threats. Officials say the red lines on both sides may not overlap completely, a gap that could carry a risk of broader confrontation if verification and stockpile accounting prove insufficient. Israel would back a deal that neutralizes both nuclear and missile threats, whereas the American posture suggests concessions could be acceptable if framed as significant progress. Iran has built a large uranium enrichment program, and the discussions focus on whether Tehran’s stockpile can be thoroughly accounted for and reduced under verification. The talks hinge on the need for thorough accounting of enriched uranium stockpiles, with doubts about accountability potentially raising the risk of renewed conflict. Iranian officials have signaled a more limited path, proposing reductions in uranium stockpiles and enrichment levels under international supervision, and rejecting permanent dismantling of facilities. An Iranian foreign ministry statement stressed that US statements have been contradictory and that nuclear issues are the sole topic under negotiation, urging seriousness and clarity. A senior Iranian official publicly rejected the US conditions, arguing that the terms do not reflect Tehran’s red lines. Iran’s position also emphasizes verifiable, reversible steps rather than irreversible concessions.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), The IDF says it recently demolished five kilometers of Hamas tunnel terror infrastructure in Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza. Troops discovered a cache of weapons in one tunnel, including explosive devices, firearms, RPGs, grenades, ammunition, and surveillance equipment.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Modi and Netanyahu announce deals, US wants Israel to strike Iran first. The Jerusalem Post roundup notes that the United States is pressing Israel to take action against Iran first, signaling a preference for an initial move from an ally in the region. An opinion piece argues Israel can improve communication with the West by recognizing cultural differences and pursuing closer alignment with Western partners, citing France among others and suggesting that bridging gaps can help advance shared security objectives without sacrificing core positions. Chinese satellite imagery from MizarVision reportedly shows 11 US F-22 stealth jets at the Ovda Airbase and a Patriot air defense system positioned nearby, highlighting a fortified security posture in the area.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Parisian Jewish family ordered to remove mezuzah from apartment door by building management. An official letter from the agency managing the property demands removal within fifteen days, stating the mezuzah was installed on the exterior frame of the door without authorization and that the exterior frame constitutes common space requiring prior permission. If the family does not restore the door to its original condition, the co-owners’ association can carry out restoration work at the owner’s expense, in line with the governing laws cited in the notice.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, after two murder incidents in Birka, Knesset member Afif Abed accuses the Attorney General of withholding technologies from the police to increase crime and to influence Arab voters to back left-wing parties. Separately, the Rishon Lezion Magistrate’s Court extended the restrictive conditions on Prime Minister’s Office chief of staff Tzachi Braverman until Sunday afternoon, with the court awaiting a concrete date for a central investigative step and potential testimony from Prime Minister Netanyahu as part of a probe into the leak of classified material; prosecutors say the case has entered its final stretch and that continued restrictions are needed to safeguard the investigation.

In Uplifting News, The hills are green across northern Israel following winter rains. The landscape is rejuvenated with renewed growth. The dogs of US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee are already dressed up for Purim.

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HEADLINES
Geneva Talks Aim to Curb Iran Nuclear
Record West Bank Homes Amid Territorial Consolidation
Israel India Sign 16 Deals Boosting Ties

The time is now 9:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US and Iran are pursuing Geneva talks aimed at curbing Tehran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, with Washington seeking an agreement that substantially reduces Iran's nuclear weapons capabilities and limits the ballistic missile threat, even as Israel wants a deal that neutralizes both threats. President Donald Trump has amassed the largest buildup of American forces in the Middle East since 2003 to pressure Tehran to reach a deal, and the open question is whether the two sides' redlines can overlap enough to avoid a broader war. Iran has, over the decades, developed an advanced and large-scale uranium enrichment program, which at high levels can be used to make nuclear weapons. Until Israel and the US attacked its nuclear facilities last June 2025, Iran had been under intense international pressure over its program.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the government approved a record-high number of new housing units in Judea and Samaria last year and established more new communities than in any other year, as Israel consolidates control over large swathes of territory.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, a recent in-depth program examines what history can reveal about Trump’s next move on Iran, asking whether a deal or military action is more likely and highlighting patterns from past presidents. Separately, the United States and Iran have resumed nuclear talks, holding a third round of indirect discussions in Geneva after President Trump’s State of the Union address raised questions about potential war options. Oman’s foreign minister mediates the talks, and negotiators reportedly broke after about three hours with plans to reconvene later. The United States has deployed two aircraft carriers in the region to provide potential strike options, while Ali Shamkhani, an adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, said an immediate agreement is within reach if the discussions focus on Iran’s commitment not to develop nuclear weapons.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Israel Air Force has issued a new directive asking soldiers not to order food to the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv, fearing that unusual ordering patterns could alert outsiders to military activity. The guidelines emphasize maintaining a routine and caution against sharing real-time location with food delivery apps to avoid tipping off the enemy.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi oversaw the signing of 16 economic, security, and diplomatic agreements in Jerusalem, spanning agriculture, geophysical exploration, heritage, science, education, economy, cyber, technology, security, and artificial intelligence. The agreements include allowing 50,000 Indian workers in the next five years, and Modi said India will soon finalize a mutually beneficial free trade agreement with Israel, with joint development, production, and technology transfer in defense planned.

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HEADLINES
Palestinians Ramadan fast outside destroyed Gaza mosque
Geneva talks paused; US pushes Iran limits
Israel Modi sign 16 deals 50k workers

The time is now 8:04 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In The Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Palestinians break the daily Ramadan fast outside a destroyed mosque in southern Gaza. Photo by Ali Hassan/Flash90.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, state media in Iran said talks in Geneva between Iran and the United States were paused temporarily for consultations and are expected to resume in the evening. Trump administration advisers reportedly urged Israel to consider striking Iran first if diplomacy stalls, arguing it could bolster domestic support. Six American C-17 cargo planes departed from a German base to the Middle East, bringing the total US Army cargo flights to the Middle East since mid-January to over 300. Dramatic exchanges were reported in Geneva as United States officials pressed Iran during the talks. White House envoy Steve Witkoff said the administration is pushing for permanent restrictions on Iran's nuclear program, without the sunset provisions of the 2015 deal. The third round of Geneva talks has temporarily ended, with delegations going off for consultations.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Israel Air Force has issued a new take-out directive to prevent ahead-of-time warning to the enemy, urging soldiers not to order food to the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv and to avoid patterns that could reveal the location. The directive warns against unusual timing or large orders and against sharing real-time location with food delivery apps, urging routines. A Shin Bet employee has been indicted in a Gaza smuggling case, alongside Bezalel Zini; charges include aiding the enemy in wartime, fraud, bribery, and terrorism financing, among others; the State Attorney's Office confirmed the indictment and a gag order remains.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi oversaw the signing of 16 economic, security, and diplomatic agreements in Jerusalem, covering agriculture, geophysical exploration, heritage, science, education, economy, cyber, technology, security, and artificial intelligence. India will allow 50,000 Indian workers in the next five years. Modi said India will soon finalize a mutually beneficial free trade agreement with Israel, and the two leaders will pursue joint development, production, and technology transfer in defense. President Isaac Herzog welcomed Modi to Jerusalem.

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HEADLINES
Hezbollah shifts to deniable network near Damascus
Shin Bet indicted as Gaza tunnels found
Netanyahu Modi ink sweeping defense AI deals

The time is now 7:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Hezbollah has moved from a large, openly deployed force in Syria to a smaller, deniable network operating near Damascus with drones and Katyusha rockets, with officials saying some weapons originated in Lebanon. Syrian authorities say they dismantled a cell near Mezzeh and a nearby military airport that fired rockets, though Hezbollah denies any presence on Syrian soil. The post-Assad era is reshaping Hezbollah’s role as the Syria corridor to Iran’s supply networks is being cut from multiple directions. In early February, the Lebanese army uncovered details of such activity. Separately, Shai Kalach, a former combat pilot, predicted that any attack on Iran’s soil would be fast and decisive, with the campaign potentially decided within an hour of its opening.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), an indictment has been filed in Lod District Court against a Shin Bet employee and several Israeli citizens on suspicion of smuggling goods into Gaza for payment, in a case handled under a publication gag. The joint statement from Israel Police and the Shin Bet said the Tel Aviv District Attorney’s Office filed the indictment, and the State Attorney’s Office confirmed the indictment includes charges of aiding the enemy in wartime, obtaining property by fraud under aggravated circumstances, prohibited action in property for terror purposes, taking and giving bribes, deceit, subterfuge, and prohibited dealings in property. Details remain subject to a gag order. In a separate operation, IDF engineers under the Southern Command said they located and dismantled underground tunnel routes spanning about five kilometers in Beit Hanoun, with a weapons stockpile found inside an underground tunnel route, including surveillance gear, explosives, ammunition, grenades, launchers, rifles, and RPG rockets; the troops said they will continue operations to remove threats and secure the western Negev.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, former British Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn faced sharp criticism after sharing unverified claims that the IDF removed organs from Palestinian bodies, describing it as a modern blood libel. The Israeli Embassy in London rejected the allegations as recycled smears, and Jewish groups condemned the claims as baseless. Corbyn’s remarks referenced boxes said to have been delivered to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, with assertions that skulls and missing organs were contained, a narrative criticized by Jewish organizations as a modern blood libel. Separately, during a San Francisco political event, chants of “Tax the Jews” replaced “Tax the Rich.” Mayor Daniel Lurie said such calls are antisemitic and have no place at events aimed at expanding economic opportunity, underscoring ongoing concerns about antisemitism in the community.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel’s Holy sites bill sparked a religious power struggle as a preliminary vote advanced a measure amending the Law for the Protection of Holy Places. The bill, promoted by Noam party leader Avi Maoz, would define desecration to reflect directives from the Chief Rabbinate and would designate the chief rabbis as the exclusive representatives of the Jewish religion for implementing the law. Supporters say the change would reinforce religious authority in sacred spaces; opponents warn of reduced judicial balance and greater state oversight over religious affairs and diaspora ties. The issue has long layered into debates over religion, state power, and ties to Jewish communities abroad.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi oversaw a signing of a series of economic, security, and diplomatic agreements in Jerusalem, including memorandums of understanding across agriculture, geophysical exploration, heritage, science, education, economy, cyber, technology, security, and artificial intelligence. Modi said India would soon finalize a mutually beneficial free trade agreement with Israel, and the two countries would pursue joint development, production, and technology transfer in defense. Earlier, Netanyahu and Modi visited the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, where Modi laid a wreath and placed a stone on the memorial to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust.

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HEADLINES
ICC probes Iran protest crimes against humanity
US troops surge into Israel amid tensions
Palestinians drop UN GA bid after veto

The time is now 6:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a coalition of about 60 Iranian opposition organizations has submitted a legal communication to the International Criminal Court, urging prosecutors to examine alleged crimes against humanity committed by Iranian authorities and affiliated security forces during recent protest crackdowns. The filing, dated February 25, 2026, requests a preliminary examination under Article 15 of the Rome Statute and was also sent to the UN Secretary-General and national jurisdictions that apply universal jurisdiction. The submission argues that Iranian security institutions carried out a sustained campaign of violence against civilians during multiple protest waves, citing live fire against demonstrators, pellet ammunition causing lasting injuries, arrests without due process, and enforced disappearances. The opposition coalition claims that the reported conduct could meet the legal standard of a widespread or systematic attack against a civilian population. The communication was prepared by attorney Danial Estakhr and endorsed by diaspora-based political and human rights groups, including monarchist groups. In a separate piece, a post headlined The Islamic Republic of Iran’s war against non-Muslims argues that to understand the implications of the spread of Sharia in Europe and the US, one should study the Islamic Republic.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the PA drops UN General Assembly presidency bid under pressure. The United States vetoed a Security Council resolution that would have afforded the Palestinians full member-state recognition, and, under pressure, the Palestinian Authority reportedly dropped its bid to lead the General Assembly.

In the US Policy Concerning Israel, hundreds of US troops arrive in Israel as military presence expands. Reports say hundreds of American troops have arrived in Israel as part of a broader expansion of military presence across the Middle East, with thousands of American troops deployed to allied bases throughout the region.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, former British Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn faced sharp criticism after sharing unverified allegations that the IDF was involved in the removal of organs from Palestinian bodies, a claim Jewish groups have described as a modern blood libel. Separately, at a San Francisco event, chants briefly shifted from “tax the rich” to “tax the Jews,” prompting the mayor to condemn antisemitism and reiterate that such bigotry has no place in the city; he noted a history of antisemitic acts in the community, including a dumpster fire at the Hillel building.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Netanyahu, Indian Prime Minister Modi tour Yad Vashem Holocaust museum. The two leaders visited the Yad Vashem Holocaust museum, where Modi laid a wreath and placed a stone on the memorial; after the visit, Modi was expected to meet Israeli leaders to sign a series of agreements spanning science, agriculture, renewable energy, academic exchange, and financial cooperation, with a potential Free Trade Agreement on the horizon. Also, an unusual moment in the Knesset drew attention when Ehud Yaari commented on opposition lawmakers walking out during the prime minister’s address, calling the act a shameful display as tensions within the chamber persisted.

In uplifting news, Ariel Zilber did what many artists fear in one moment, praising Mati Kaspi, whose stance against boycotts against him highlighted the question of separating art from politics when public figures face political disagreements. A separate notice praises Zilber’s enduring performance at age 82, noting his place among Israel’s top living musicians and describing how his onstage presence continues to resonate with audiences. Finally, Netanya was named one of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge winners, receiving $1 million to support its Kesher Nolad initiative, which pairs professionals in child development with parents and children in local parks to provide guidance and tools, with the aim of giving every child an equal opportunity and strengthening the community.

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HEADLINES
Israel changes rules of the Iran war
US troops stationed at Israeli bases
Netanya wins Bloomberg Mayors Challenge prize

The time is now 5:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a senior Saudi analyst Abd al-Rahman al-Rashed says Israel has changed the rules of the game as tensions with Tehran intensify. The report cites the ongoing Geneva talks between the United States and Iran and notes a sequence of regional developments, including the money-maze case with an indictment against former Nazareth mayor Ali Salam and leaders of the Bakri crime network, a visit by Narendra Modi to Israel with a stop at Yad Vashem, and continuing security concerns over arms smuggling into Gaza. The analysis also frames US proposals in a light reminiscent of historic Persian-era moves, underscoring a shifting regional calculus.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Amir Bouhbot reports that hundreds of American troops have been stationed at Israeli bases as part of preparations for a possible act. In Geneva, the Oman embassy hosted a round of talks where the Omani foreign minister sat with Steve Vitkof and Jared Kushner at a table attended by others, with food and drink present, near the place where he sat.

In Israeli Economy and Business, fuel prices are set to rise by 14 agorot after Shabbat, with the new price for 95-octane gasoline at self-serve stations at 7.02 shekels per liter, and in Eilat at 5.95 shekels per liter, up 12 agorot.

In Uplifting News, Netanya has been named one of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge winning cities, receiving a $1 million prize to support a parks-based initiative. Netanya’s Kesher Nolad program will bring child development professionals to parks to work with parents and children, providing tools and guidance, with the aim of giving every child an equal opportunity and strengthening the community. Netanya Mayor Avi Slama said the project reflects the city’s commitment to supporting families.

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HEADLINES
Iran unveils nuclear proposal for Geneva talks
Khamenei holed up in Tehran bunker
USS Ford sails to eastern Mediterranean

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

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has submitted Tehran's new nuclear proposal ahead of a third round of indirect talks with the United States in Geneva on Thursday. The document, delivered to Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, is said to counter US excuses regarding Iran's nuclear program while laying out key elements of a potential agreement. Araghchi told India Today that Iran is fully prepared for both options: war and peace, adding that a fair, balanced and just agreement may be achievable and that Iran’s armed forces are ready to defend the nation, as they did in the last conflict. Tehran’s position is tied to a long-standing pledge by the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that Tehran will not pursue weapons of mass destruction.

In Tehran metro, a report describes a confrontation in which a regime-aligned supporter berated teenage girls for not wearing the hijab; the girls reportedly shouted “death to Khamenei” and forced the supporter from the carriage, while cheers were heard in the background. Separately, there are reports that Ayatollah Khamenei has holed up in a secret bunker connected to an extensive underground tunnel network in Tehran. Analysts weighing Geneva talks note that the United States and Iran remain divided on any final agreement, and one expert references a map of potential regional targets in a broader Middle East scenario as part of the discussion surrounding the talks. Separately, the US Navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford departed Crete, Greece, en route to the eastern Mediterranean as a display of heightened regional presence.

In the topic’s broader context, the discourse around Iran’s posture and potential pathways to conflict continues to unfold as Geneva approaches, with officials in Tehran insisting on their own terms and outside observers weighing signals from both Tehran and Washington.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the US ambassador to the region says Iran faces a clear choice between diplomacy and consequences; on Gaza and the region’s future, he stresses Hamas has no place and warns global security is at stake; amid uncertainty, Huckabee praises Israeli resilience and urges listeners to pray for peace and prepare for the worst.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, senior advisers to President Trump are reported to prefer Israel strike Iran first, arguing that such action would provide better optics and help muster support for a US strike. The sources say the politics would be stronger if Israel acts first and Iran retaliates against the United States, giving policymakers a firmer rationale to respond. They note risks including depleting munitions stocks and potential American casualties, and caution that a full-scale attack could draw in broader regional dynamics.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a brochure that circulated in Bnei Brak promotes the fastest way to legally refuse military service as an Orthodox Jew, with official advice and help for exemptions. The material touts immediate exemptions from IDF service, claiming a short timeline and high success, and asserts there is no impact on future life plans or rights. There is growing anger among non-Orthodox Israeli Jews that a large portion of the population is not only avoiding national service but actively seeking exemption.

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HEADLINES
Shin Bet Officer Indicted in Gaza Smuggling
Geneva Talks Tense as Iran Strike Loom
PA Funds Terrorists 160 Million 2025

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

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), an indictment has been filed against a Shin Bet officer for involvement in smuggling goods into Gaza. A separate report notes the Palestinian Authority funneled about 160 million dollars to terrorists in 2025, even as claims were made that the pay-to-slay program had ended; the same piece also mentions that last year the PA funneled roughly half a billion shekels to jailed terrorists and families of slain terrorists.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Washington and Tehran are set to hold a third round of diplomacy in Geneva as tensions run high and speculation grows about the possibility of a US strike on Iranian targets; officials say the talks are a last chance to avoid a military confrontation, with emphasis on negotiations over the nuclear deal and ballistic missile discussions. At the same time, there are reports within the administration that senior advisers would prefer Israel to strike Iran first, arguing that such an action would have more favorable political optics and could mobilize broader support for action, even as concerns about munitions stockpiles and potential casualties are weighed. The discussions also contemplate a possible joint US-Israeli operation as negotiations continue in Geneva and as Washington pursues a path away from any sunset limits on action.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Yariv Levin reportedly was stunned in the parking area of the Knesset, with an accompanying remark from a Knesset guard’s spouse that she did not recognize him, a moment that drew attention amid ongoing political tensions around security and governance.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel is publicly outlining a future where mind and machine intersect on the battlefield, with brain-computer interfaces being developed to let a single operator control drone swarms through neural signals; this Neuro-Centric Warfare concept was discussed by a senior defense official at a Tel Aviv tech conference, signaling a shift in how commanders might engage in combat without taking hands off weapons to issue commands. Separately, a climate-reporting profile shows Israeli companies lagging globally, with only 7% receiving a CDP score in 2025 versus about 25% worldwide. ICL is the sole Israeli company rated A for climate and water, Teva Pharmaceuticals close behind at A-, and several others—Elbit Systems, ZIM, Radware, Plasson, Polyram, and The Central Bottling Company—receiving B, while Mizrahi Tefahot, Check Point, Tower Semiconductor, and Nova earned C, and Bank Hapoalim, NICE, and Strauss received D. The findings come as discussion continues within the Foreign Ministry about possible withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.

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https://www.jpost.com/environment-and-climate-change/article-888037