HEADLINES
Iran seals Isfahan tunnels as talks loom
West Bank annexation sparks US UK rebuke
Germany probes death threat against Munich Jews

The time is now 9:01 PM 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, Vice President JD Vance addressed the Iran talks at a joint press conference with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, saying the president intends to preserve decisional space and keep human rights as a central element of the negotiations. Asked about whether the United States would allow any limited uranium enrichment by Iran, Vance said he would let the president speak to exactly where he wants to set the line, noting the president typically discusses such matters privately to avoid constraining him in private discussions. He added that human rights have been a part of the negotiations. Separately, satellite imagery shows Iran fortifying the Isfahan nuclear site by sealing tunnels with soil, a move analysts say is meant to blunt a possible US or Israeli attack as war fears resurface.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), UK and US denounced the security cabinet decision to expand West Bank annexation, joining Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in criticizing Israel's plan to strengthen administrative and legal control over parts of the West Bank. A US official said a stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and is in line with this administration’s goal to achieve peace in the region, reiterating that the West Bank will not be annexed. Britain called on Israel to reverse the decision. Critics have said Israel’s move to ease settlement expansion and widen its powers in the West Bank violates the Oslo Accords. Vance had previously opposed the move, calling it a deliberate political provocation by the opposition. The policy of President Trump, as cited by officials, is that the West Bank will not be annexed.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, the Times of Israel liveblog reports the White House reiterating opposition to Israel annexing the West Bank and stressing the importance of maintaining stability in the territory as it responds to the security cabinet’s measures aimed at expanding Jerusalem’s grip in areas Palestinians hope will form their future state. The White House statement does not directly condemn or address the measures, which, observers say, would violate the Oslo Accords by expanding Jerusalem’s administrative powers in West Bank areas that are supposed to be under the Palestinian Authority’s control. The administration’s position is that a stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and is in line with the goal to achieve peace in the region. A separate Reuters report quotes a White House official repeating the administration’s opposition to annexation, underscoring that “A stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and is in line with this administration’s goal to achieve peace in the region.”

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, German authorities have opened an investigation into a death threat mailed to the Jewish Community of Munich and Upper Bavaria amid an ongoing rise in antisemitism across Germany. The package, received by the IKG’s community center and the Ohel Jakob Synagogue on Thursday, contained a cartridge for a handgun and a note with intimidations such as “all the Jews belonged shot” and “every Jew will die … I will cause all the deaths.”

In the uplifting news, Israel’s President Isaac Herzog has met students at a Jewish school in Sydney this morning on the second day of his visit to Australia. Mr Herzog arrived at the Moriah War Memorial College in Queens Park, with a rendition of "Am Yisrael Chai," escorted by more than a dozen vehicles, as a heavy police presence stood by while students lined up to greet the leader.

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HEADLINES
Isfahan tunnels sealed to blunt attack
West Bank clampdown triggers US UK backlash
Netanyahu to press Trump on Iran timeline

The time is now 8:02 PM 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, Iran fortifies Isfahan nuclear site, sealing tunnels against possible attack. Satellite images show soil poured over tunnel entrances at Iran’s sensitive Isfahan facility, a move analysts say is meant to blunt a possible US or Israeli air attack or a ground raid as war fears resurface. Separately, reports circulating in Hebrew question whether a Mossad agent has been captured and whether a collaborator who helped eliminate Nasrallah has been captured; the posts offer few verifiable details.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), officials from the United Kingdom and the United States condemned the Security Cabinet's decision to strengthen Israel's administrative and legal control over the West Bank. A US official said a stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and is in line with this administration’s goal to achieve peace in the region, reiterating President Trump’s opposition to annexing the West Bank. Britain also called on Israel to reverse its decision, while critics say the move would ease settlement expansion and widen authorities in the area. Separately, reports note that at the Rafah crossing a stamp reading "State Of Palestine" has been used on passes, and Prime Minister Netanyahu has asked to consider replacing the stamp with one from the Peace Council.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Vice President JD Vance addressed Iran negotiations at a joint press conference with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. He said the president intends to preserve decisional space and not reveal too many details publicly, while human rights have been a part of the negotiations. When asked about limited uranium enrichment, he deferred to the president to speak on the line of negotiation. He also noted that the crackdown on protesters has been part of the discussions, though he did not detail positions. In a related note, a White House official repeated the administration’s stance that it opposes Israeli annexation of the West Bank, saying a stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and aligns with peace objectives.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a briefing analyzes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s approaching trip to Washington with a relatively small delegation. He will travel with few security representatives, leaving out most of the security apparatus aside from the military secretary, Román Gofman, and the acting head of the PM’s Office, Gil Reich. Also not joining the delegation are Lieutenant Colonel Omri Tishler, the future Air Force commander who coordinates with the US military, and Sara Netanyahu. The trip is set for a closed, working meeting on Wednesday morning without press coverage. Netanyahu plans to urge President Trump to set a fixed negotiating timeline, after which actions against Iran could follow if terms are not met.

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HEADLINES
Iranian-linked outreach probes Israeli journalists
Lebanese Army finds second Hezbollah tunnel
Knesset backs budget split amid Haredi demands

The time is now 7:01 PM 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 pair of developments shapes the regional picture. A Hebrew-language report outlines two separate cases involving journalists and suspected contact with Iranian-linked actors. One independent journalist says he was approached about photographing locations via Telegram about a year and a half ago, with a second approach several months later; he says he reported the attempts to the Cyber Authority, refused to photograph, and asked for intervention, noting there were additional outreach attempts, including one framed as helping the public, that he viewed as potentially missionary in nature. He adds that to probe the demands he carried out a few actions that were not forbidden. Separately, an Orthodox Jewish media figure is suspected of contact with Iranian actors a few days after he proactively reached out to the police cyber unit, alleging messages from unidentified correspondents. Security authorities decided to arrest him, and he was questioned by Shin Bet and the Jerusalem Police, while his attorney says the charges fall on a journalist of clean hands. On the broader security front, US Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper praised the Lebanese Armed Forces for locating a Hezbollah tunnel, describing the discovery as the second such find in two months and saying that dismantling tunnels used by non-state actors to store missiles and attack drones promotes peace and stability in Lebanon and across the region. The remarks followed a meeting in Washington between the LAF chief and US officials, with Cooper noting the role of the US-led Mechanism in supporting commitments between Israel and Lebanon. Senator Lindsey Graham commented on the Lebanon context, noting differences over Hezbollah’s designation, as Haykal’s position on that issue was discussed during the talks.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, steps toward budget approval and reform were advanced with cross-party backing. The Knesset approved a decision by the House Committee to split the economic arrangements law, in a vote of 60 to 56, with the ultra-Orthodox parties Shas and United Torah Judaism voting in favor. The economic plan and the 2026 budget consolidation law will be moved to the relevant Knesset committees ahead of their second and third readings. The parties representing the ultra-Orthodox community conditioned their support on the passage of the military conscription law, currently under discussion in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, as part of the broader package of budgetary and reform measures.

In Uplifting News, a New York retrospective highlights the work of a seminal Jewish countercultures photographer. The Center for Jewish History is presenting Bill Aron: Photographer of Jewish Countercultures, a sweeping exhibit running through June 4 that spans five decades—from the havurah movement’s heyday to the later days of the Jewish Lower East Side. The show centers on Aron’s street photography and his pivotal role in documenting a vibrant, evolving community, drawing on images that helped shape collective memory, including material tied to the era’s diy, community-driven culture and the long arc of Jewish life in New York.

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HEADLINES
Indonesia Deploys Troops to Gaza Stabilization
Lebanese Army Discovers Hezbollah Tunnel Again
Knesset Pushes to Split 2026 Budget Arrangements

The time is now 6:02 PM 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, CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper praised the Lebanese Armed Forces for discovering a Hezbollah tunnel, calling the move key to regional stability. He noted the tunnel was uncovered for the second time in the past two months and said dismantling tunnels used by non-state actors to store ammunition, missiles, and attack drones promotes peace and stability in Lebanon and across the region. He credited the LAF alongside the US-led Mechanism that helps enforce commitments made by Israel and Lebanon. The LAF chief, General Rodolphe Haykal, recently met with US officials in Washington and at CENTCOM to discuss ongoing support and efforts to disarm Hezbollah. In Ayta ash-Shab, south Lebanon, an Israeli sniper from Brigade 300 under Division 91 killed Abdallah Khalil Nasser, a Hezbollah operative described as gathering intelligence against IDF forces and working to rehabilitate Hezbollah’s infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Indonesia is expected to become the first country to contribute troops to Gaza’s International Stabilization Force during Phase II of the ceasefire, according to KAN News. Indonesian troops could be on the ground within weeks and are expected to supervise ceasefire lines and possibly border-related issues, including defense lines in Khan Yunis and Rafah. They are not anticipated to seek confrontation with Hamas. The ISF’s formation has been discussed with other potential contributors, but Indonesia appears poised to move from promise to readiness. Separately, IDF forces said four Hamas gunmen emerged from a Rafah tunnel and attacked troops in eastern Rafah; the soldiers returned fire and eliminated the four terrorists, with several Palestinians later reported killed in strikes. The IDF called the attack a clear violation of the ceasefire and said it would continue to hunt remaining militants in the tunnel. Hamas described the fighters as engaging in “heroic resistance.”

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Knesset will vote on splitting the Arrangements Bill from the 2026 State Budget late Monday evening, following coalition negotiations with the haredi parties Shas and United Torah Judaism. The parties have threatened to oppose the coalition over the drafted bill, though coalition whip Ofir Katz said Shas and the Degel HaTorah faction would vote in favor of splitting. The Arrangements Bill, presented each year with the budget, carries numerous amendments the government aims to pass, making the vote a focal point of negotiations. Talks were ongoing after discussions over a clause related to draft targets reportedly being dropped, according to a KAN report. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office also faces other strains as Braverman, his chief of staff, stands at risk of suspension amid a police probe into alleged attempts to influence an IDF probe into leaked classified material. The Civil Service Commission has summoned Braverman for a hearing and the State Prosecutor’s Office has recommended a six-month suspension, with a response due by the deadline set by the panel. In parallel, rights groups pressed Interior Minister to freeze deportations of Ethiopian migrants, arguing the security situation in Ethiopia remains too volatile for safe return. Israel’s High Court rejected a challenge to the earlier withdrawal of protection for Ethiopians, giving migrants several months to prepare to leave, while the Foreign Ministry notes continued security concerns about travel to Ethiopia.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Wiz announced a purchase of a startup but now faces a civil lawsuit claiming the company paid “civil bribes” to the startup’s founders, allegedly stole their technology, and influenced the public and investors. Wiz denies any connection between its product and Raftat’s technology.

In Uplifting News, thousands gathered to pay tribute as Matti Caspi was laid to rest. The iconic Israeli singer, composer, and songwriter died after a long illness at 76. His coffin was moved from Tel Aviv’s Performing Arts Center to a funeral in Kfar Saba, with performances by fellow artists and heartfelt tributes from family. Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai joined mourners, praising Caspi as a cornerstone of Israeli culture, and his children spoke of the enduring inspiration their father provided.

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HEADLINES
Abdallah Khalil Nasser Killed by Israeli Sniper
Indonesia Joins Gaza Phase II Stabilization
350th F35 Wing Delivered to Lockheed

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 the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, authorities report a series of security developments with regional implications. A Hezbollah operative Abdallah Khalil Nasser was killed by an Israeli sniper from Brigade 300 under the command of Division 91 in Ayta ash-Shab, south Lebanon. He had been gathering intelligence against IDF forces and worked to rehabilitate the organization's infrastructure in southern Lebanon. Iran stepped up arrests, including the spokesperson for the reformist coalition, in a move that kept the option open for talks with Washington in Oman ahead of Netanyahu's visit to the United States. Tehran floated possible concessions on its stockpile of enriched uranium, and the regime’s leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, called for national resolve. Israeli minister Smotrich said the Iranian regime must be destroyed and rejected any diplomatic deal unless it includes sweeping restrictions. Oil prices climbed roughly $1 per barrel after the US Department of Transportation issued an advisory urging US-flagged vessels to steer as far away as possible from Iranian waters while transiting the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Indonesia will be the first country to contribute to the International Stabilization Force in Gaza during Phase II of the ceasefire, according to KAN News. The ISF is expected to supervise ceasefire lines and border issues, with Indonesian troops possibly operating in Khan Yunis and Rafah in southern Gaza within weeks. Two terrorists were killed and several wounded in an Israeli strike carried out by an IDF attack helicopter in western Gaza City, near the Al-Aila Al-Muqaddasa school in the Nasser neighborhood. The deceased are Ibrahim Za’anin and Ahmad Suilem, militants in Hamas’s Beit Hanoun Battalion. Hamas terrorist Anas al-Nashar, son of Issa al-Nashar, one of the founders of Hamas and former mayor of Rafah, was eliminated yesterday by forces of the anti-Hamas Popular Forces militia of Yasser Abu Shabab after a grenade was thrown into the building where he was hiding in Rafah, south Gaza.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, wives of top figures on the left report that their husbands wake up frightened in the middle of the night and describe dreams of thousands of orange hats scattered around the home. The IDF said it is cutting back superfluous reservists, with routine call-ups limited to 55 days in 2026 and a cap of 40,000 reservists serving on any given day. The military also said it would reduce the number of days reservists are required to serve under routine call-up orders, from 72 to 55, with 42 days devoted to operational activity and the rest to other duties.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel Aerospace Industries celebrated delivering the 350th fighter jet wing to Lockheed Martin for the F-35 program. Israel’s inventory now includes 48 of 50 F-35s, following three F-35i jets landing at Nevatim Air Base on January 18. Defense Minister Katz hinted that the F-35s, used to attack Iran’s nuclear program in 2025, could be deployed against the Islamic Republic again in the near future.

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HEADLINES
Jerusalem journalist detained over alleged Iran contact
Indonesia to join Gaza ISF Phase II
Netanyahu to discuss Iran with Trump

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 the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a Jerusalem-based independent journalist who reported suspected Iranian recruitment was detained and questioned on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent after alerting police. The journalist, who cannot be named due to a gag order, says unidentified individuals contacted him via social media in January, asking him to photograph Jerusalem streets, including ultra-Orthodox demonstrations, which he believed could be recruitment by Iranian intelligence. He voluntarily contacted the Jerusalem Police’s cyber unit, but upon arriving to share information he was detained and questioned by the Shin Bet and police. He spent several days in detention while being interrogated on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent. In another development reflecting regional tensions tied to Iranian proxies, CENTCOM chief Brad Cooper praised the Lebanese army for uncovering a Hezbollah tunnel for the second time in two weeks; a new hospital opened in Beirut’s Dahieh with a speech by Hezbollah’s leader, a day after Kuwait blacklisted Lebanese hospitals over ties to the group.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Indonesia is expected to become the first country to contribute troops to Gaza’s International Stabilization Force during Phase II of the ceasefire, according to KAN News. Indonesia could have troops on the ground within weeks, following President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Washington for the Peace to Prosperity summit on February 19. The ISF is not expected to seek direct confrontation with Hamas or to proactively disarm the group; instead, Indonesian forces would supervise ceasefire lines and possibly handle border-related duties, including defense lines in Khan Yunis and Rafah, within the framework of the Trump administration’s Phase II.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to the United States for a strategy-shaping session with President Trump and senior aides to discuss the current US-Iran talks and options if diplomacy fails, including the possibility of a US military strike. Attendees include military secretary Major-General Roman Gofman and acting NSC director Gil Reich. US Vice President JD Vance said there are no redlines at this stage, but Trump seeks a broad and meaningful agreement, with Washington warning vessels flying the US flag to stay as far as possible from Iranian waters while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Netanyahu then heads to Washington for a closed-door meeting with Trump to press for strict red lines over Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic missiles, even as regional allies push for a lighter deal.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, an Australian advertisement opposing Herzog’s visit sparked backlash over false, unauthorized names and the inclusion of kapos. The ad reportedly lists names associated with Nazi camps, including three historical kapos, and appeared on World Israel News, drawing criticism for the false attribution and for invoking Nazi-era references in criticizing the visit.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced he would not approve the appointment or promotion of senior police officer Ruti Hauslich, citing a pattern of “grave misconduct” including impersonation of authority, misleading Knesset committees, and violations of police ordinances. The decision was formalized in a letter to Deputy Attorneys-General Gil Limon and Sharon Afek, responding to objections to his earlier refusal to advance Hauslich. Ben-Gvir grounded his stance in part on the Rinat Saban ruling handed down earlier that day as part of the wider context of senior police promotions. Hauslich had signed an official letter on September 10, 2025, identifying herself as acting head of the police’s Investigations and Intelligence Division—a role not yet appointed, with approval still under ministerial review.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel Aerospace Industries delivered the 350th fighter jet wing to Lockheed Martin for the F-35 program. This follows the January 18 arrival of three F-35i aircraft at Nevatim Air Force Base, raising Israel’s on-hand inventory to 48 of 50. The wings underscore IAI’s broader role in supporting the global F-35 fleet, now operated by about 1,300 jets across 11 countries. Defense Minister Katz indicated that the F-35s were pivotal for strikes against Iran’s nuclear program in 2025 and could be deployed again soon. Separately, Elbit Systems announced about $100 million in contracts with the Israeli Defense Ministry to develop next-generation digitization capabilities for the IDF, including the Digital Ground Army (Tzayad) and Multi-Sensor Border Defense System (MARS) programs. The initiative aims to deliver advanced command and control across air, sea, and land with full multi-domain connectivity and to enhance operational decision-making through artificial intelligence.

In Uplifting News, Israeli researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science and Washington University in St. Louis report a world-first use of CAR T-cell therapy, originally developed to treat blood cancers, to combat brain inflammation in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and led by Prof. Ido Amit and Prof. Jonathan Kipnis, builds on foundational work by late Prof. Zelig Eshhar, noting that the approach could open pathways to treating Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disorders in the future.

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HEADLINES
Jerusalem journalist detained over suspected Iranian recruitment
65,000 aid trucks entered Gaza since ceasefire
Ben-Gvir blocks senior police officer promotion

The time is now 3:02 PM 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, an independent Jerusalem-based journalist was detained after reporting that he suspected Iranian operatives had approached him for recruitment. He had alerted police about possible recruitment attempts, but was detained and questioned on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent after presenting the case to the city’s cyber unit; the journalist cannot be named due to a gag order. The incident began late last month when unidentified individuals contacted him via social media and asked him to photograph streets in Jerusalem, including demonstrations in the ultra-Orthodox community. He believed it was a recruitment effort by Iranian intelligence and went to a police cyber unit on his own initiative, only to be detained by Shin Bet and police investigators and held for several days while being questioned on suspicion of contacting a foreign agent. Separately, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan responded to a journalist’s question about whether airstrikes could overthrow Iran’s regime, saying that it would not collapse.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the Israeli authorities report that over 65,000 aid trucks have entered Gaza since the October ceasefire, delivering more than 620,000 tents and tarps, with shelter equipment and food comprising the majority of the loads. Since the start of the ceasefire, 64 humanitarian staff rotations have occurred, 12 evacuations of Gazans with dual citizenship totaling 1,526 evacuees, and 13 medical evacuations totaling 1,392 evacuees. In the past week, 4,200 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza carrying food, medical supplies, and shelter materials, under priorities set by international organizations. Near-term movements included the exit of close to 100 Gazans needing medical care and their escorts through the Kerem Shalom crossing into Israel and then the Allenby Bridge into Jordan, with two humanitarian personnel rotations completed and ongoing winterization efforts continuing. Earlier, Israeli forces in the north of Gaza identified a terrorist who crossed the line and approached the troops in a manner that posed an immediate threat, and the forces subsequently killed the individual to remove the threat. International reaction to Israel’s West Bank measures grew, with the United Nations chief expressing grave concern over changes allowing direct land purchases by Jewish Israelis and extending Israeli control in areas under Palestinian Authority administration; Saudi Arabia and seven other Muslim-majority countries condemned the steps as well. The UN secretary-general warned the changes could erode prospects for a two-state solution.

In the US Policy Concerning Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will depart for a brief visit to the United States on Tuesday to meet President Donald Trump and senior aides on Wednesday. Officials describe the talks as a “strategy-shaping session” focusing on the current US-Iran negotiations and what would follow if the talks fail, including discussions of a potential US military strike. Netanyahu will be accompanied by his military secretary, Major-General Roman Gofman, and the acting head of the National Security Council, Gil Reich. United States Vice President JD Vance said there are no red lines at this stage, but Trump is seeking a broad, meaningful agreement and would set any red lines if they exist. Separately, Washington has issued a warning to vessels flying the US flag to stay as far as possible from Iranian territorial waters while transiting the Strait of Hormuz due to concerns about potential provocations by Tehran. In a separate and highly pointed exchange, Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican ally of President Trump, criticized regional partners Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar over their stance toward Iran, saying that those who imagine leaving the ayatollah and his murderous regime in power are living in a world of illusions and urging the region to stand together against the ayatollah; the message underscores continued US emphasis on a hard line toward Tehran and closer alignment with allied states in the area.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Latifa Abouchakra, a pro-Hamas Islamist and Iranian Press TV reporter, was arrested for the fourth time in Birmingham, United Kingdom, shortly before she was due to speak at the launch of the Anti-Zionist Movement, an event whose promotional material described the group as unapologetically pro Armed Resistance.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced he would not approve the appointment or promotion of senior police officer Ruti Hauslich, citing a pattern of “grave misconduct” including impersonation of authority, misleading Knesset committees, and violations of police ordinances. The decision follows earlier objections from the Attorney General’s Office to advancing Hauslich, and Ben-Gvir referenced the Rinat Saban ruling as part of the wider context surrounding police promotions. Hauslich had signed an official letter on September 10, 2025, identifying herself as acting head of the police’s Investigations and Intelligence Division, a role to which she had not yet been appointed and whose approval was still under review.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel Aerospace Industries celebrated delivering the 350th fighter jet wing to Lockheed Martin for the F-35 program. Israel now has 48 of 50 F-35 aircraft, following three jets landing at Nevatim on January 18; the wings delivered by IAI underscore its expanded role in F-35 production, with about 1,300 F-35s in service across 11 countries. Defense Minister Katz hinted that the F-35s used to attack Iran in 2025 could be used again against Iran soon. US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee added his remarks on the collaboration. Separately, Elbit Systems announced new contracts totaling $100 million with the Defense Ministry to advance the IDF’s digitization efforts through the Digital Ground Army and the Multi-Sensor Border Defense System. The Digital Ground Army project aims to provide advanced command and control capabilities with full multi-domain connectivity across air, sea, and land, including AI-enabled decision support for operational and tactical use.

In Uplifting News, singer Bad Bunny wiped his Instagram account following the Super Bowl and criticisms from Trump supporters, leaving the profile with no posts, no followers, and no profile photo.

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https://t.me/selena_updates/55029
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https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-886139
https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-886132
https://t.me/selena_updates/55030

HEADLINES
Two Jerusalem brothers indicted for Iranian spying
Gaza aid surge 65,000 trucks since ceasefire
Rafah stamps spark Gaza backlash

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 the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, prosecutors indicted two Jerusalem brothers in their 20s on security offenses, including contact with Iranian intelligence and transferring information related to national security. The State Prosecutor's Office said the two were in contact with Iranian intelligence elements and were transferring various information, knowing they acted under Iranian intelligence handlers in exchange for financial compensation. The charges include delivering information to the enemy, both alone and jointly, and delivering information to an enemy that could be used to harm Israel's national security. The prosecution requested an extension of their detention until the legal proceedings could be completed. The indictment did not specify whether the brothers were Jewish or Arab. Last month, Shin Bet noted that 25 Israelis, including Jews, were indicted for spying for Iran in 2025, and that the number of Iranian plots to use Israelis as spies jumped 400% in 2025.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), over 65,000 aid trucks have entered Gaza since the October ceasefire, the Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories reports. Of these, more than 14,000 carried shelter equipment and more than 47,000 carried food. Since the start of the ceasefire, Gaza has received more than 620,000 tents and tarps, 64 humanitarian staff rotations, 12 evacuations of Gazans with dual citizenship totaling 1,526 evacuees, and 13 medical evacuations totaling 1,392 evacuees. For the past week (1-7 February), 4,200 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza carrying food, medical supplies, and shelter equipment under the prioritization set by international organizations. Close to 100 Gazans in need of medical care and their escorts exited Gaza through the Kerem Shalom Crossing into Israel and continued to the Allenby Bridge Crossing into Jordan. Two rotations of humanitarian personnel by registered and approved organizations were completed, with continued entry of tents and clothing and ongoing winterization efforts under the plan.

The IDF released new footage and images from the Gaza operation to recover the remains of the final Gaza hostage, St.-Sergeant-Major Ran Gvili, from the Gaza Strip in January. Gvili, a police officer from the Special Patrol Unit, was injured but fought to defend border communities, killing 14 attackers before he was killed. His remains were held in Gaza for almost 900 days and were returned to Meitar for burial on January 26. The remains were located in al-Batesh cemetery in the Shejaia-Daraj-Tuffah area of northern Gaza; Palestinian Islamic Jihad is believed to have buried him there. The released imagery shows soldiers entering and searching buildings amid rubble, but there are no images of the cemetery excavations.

Officials raise alarm over 'State of Palestine' passport stamps at Rafah crossing, as the Shin Bet chief confirms Gazans are receiving PA-linked stamps at Rafah, triggering fury from ministers and a Netanyahu request to consider replacing them with a 'Board of Peace' mark as Israel rejects any Palestinian Authority role in Gaza.

The war isn’t over: reservists hold the line as Hamas regroups in northern Gaza, with Alexandroni Brigade troops stationed along the volatile yellow line facing daily threats above and below ground. They warn that Hamas is rebuilding command structures and preparing for renewed combat despite a fragile interim agreement.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the proportion of Poles who dislike Jews has risen to 40%, according to CBOS, the Polish state research Centre for Public Opinion Research. The poll, conducted annually since 1993, asks Poles whether they like or dislike 21 national or ethnic groups. The share who dislike Jews (40%) and Americans (18%) rose eight percentage points since last year, the largest year-over-year jump for any group. Positive opinions of Jews sit at 22%, the lowest since 2006. Ukrainians are disliked by 43% of Poles, while Russians, Belarusians and Roma remain among the most disliked groups. Italians, Czechs and Slovaks are among the most liked, and attitudes toward Americans, English and Ukrainians have deteriorated for a third year running.

In the Israeli Economy and Business, Elbit Systems announced new $100 million contracts with the Defense Ministry to develop advanced digitization capabilities for the IDF. The package includes a fifth-generation digitization array for the IDF through the Digital Ground Army, known as Tzayad, and the Multi-Sensor Border Defense System, or MARS. The objective is to deliver enhanced command and control capabilities across headquarters at all levels and maintain full multi-domain connectivity across air, sea, and land, with advanced artificial intelligence tools to assist operational and tactical decision-making. The aim is to increase force survivability while enhancing lethality so that IDF personnel can complete missions and return home safely.

An opinion piece argues that critical minerals are becoming Israel’s next strategic asset. It notes the Washington Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting as part of a broader shift in geopolitics, where minerals such as lithium, rare earth elements, cobalt, nickel, and graphite underpin essential technologies and weapons platforms. The piece highlights that supply chains are now strategic assets and potential vulnerabilities, and that the United States is seeking to build a network of trusted partners rather than pursuing complete self-sufficiency.

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SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-886126
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-886131
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https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjra9spdwx
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ryhgbjpwbx
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-886129
https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-886132
https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-886061

HEADLINES
Jerusalem brothers indicted for spying for Iran
Ran Gvili remains recovered, Gaza aid surges
Poles dislike Jews at forty percent

The time is now 1:49 PM 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, prosecutors indicted two Jerusalem brothers in their 20s on security offenses, including contact with Iranian intelligence elements and transferring information related to national security. The indictment says one brother, with help from the other, was in contact with Iranian intelligence handlers and was exchanging various information in return for financial compensation. The charges include delivering information to the enemy, both individually and jointly, and delivering information that could be used to harm Israel’s national security. The State Prosecutor’s Office has asked for an extension of their detention as the case proceeds, and the indictment did not specify whether the brothers are Jewish or Arab. Earlier this year, Shin Bet noted that 25 Israelis, including Jews, were indicted for spying for Iran in 2025, and the rate of Iranian plots to recruit Israelis as spies rose by about 400% in 2025. Separately, a report describe allegations of an online bot army campaign by the Iranian regime aimed at a Trump State Department official, a tactic that has gained traction among Iranian dissidents who say Tehran is creating chaos among groups that would like the hardline regime to fall.

In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the Israeli-coordinated aid effort reports that more than 65,000 trucks have entered Gaza since the October ceasefire, including over 14,000 carrying shelter equipment and more than 47,000 carrying food. Since the start of the ceasefire, Gaza has received more than 620,000 tents and tarps, 64 humanitarian staff rotations, 12 evacuations of Gazans with dual citizenship totaling 1,526, and 13 medical evacuations totaling 1,392. In the past week, 4,200 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza, delivering food, medical supplies and shelter equipment, with near 100 Gazans needing medical care and their escorts exiting Gaza through the Kerem Shalom Crossing to the Allenby Bridge. Two rotations of humanitarian personnel were completed, and entry of tents and clothing continued alongside winterization efforts. The IDF released new imagery from the operation to recover the remains of the final Gaza hostage, St.-Sergeant-Major Ran Gvili, who died during the October 7 infiltrations and whose remains were held for nearly 900 days before being returned to Israel for burial in Meitar. Gvili, a police officer from the Special Patrol Unit, drove toward Gaza border communities to help repel infiltrating terrorists and was killed in the operation; his remains were located in al-Batesh cemetery in the Shejaia-Daraj-Tuffah area of northern Gaza, a site believed to have been chosen by Palestinian Islamic Jihad for burial. The released footage shows troops moving through rubble and buildings in Gaza, but does not show the cemetery excavation. Separately, reservists along the volatile yellow line warn that Hamas is rebuilding command structures and preparing for renewed combat despite the fragile interim arrangement.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a poll in Poland shows that 40% of Poles dislike Jews, the highest level recorded in the CBOS survey since 2006, with positive opinions about Jews at just 22%. The same poll indicates 18% of Poles dislike Americans and 43% dislike Ukrainians, with Ukrainians also among the groups most disliked in the survey; the CBOS poll has been conducted annually since 1993 and gauges attitudes toward 21 national and ethnic groups, reflecting broader shifts in opinion since the onset of the war in Ukraine.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Elbit Systems announced $100 million in new contracts with the Defense Ministry to advance digitization capabilities for the IDF, including a fifth-generation digitization array for the Digital Ground Army program (Tzayad) and the Multi-Sensor Border Defense System (MARS). The effort is intended to deliver enhanced command and control capabilities with full multi-domain connectivity across air, sea and land, and to support operational and tactical decision-making through artificial intelligence tools, with the stated aims of increasing force survivability and lethality. A separate opinion piece discusses critical minerals as Israel’s next strategic asset, noting a Washington ministerial meeting that elevated minerals to a ministerial-level priority, arguing that supply chains have become strategic assets and vulnerabilities and that the United States plans to pursue a network of trusted partners rather than pursuing full self-sufficiency.

In Uplifting News, activist Somaya Bashir is set to run in the Democratic Party primaries as the party’s potential Arab candidate, advocating for Arab-Jewish partnership and greater representation. Bashir, a hijab-wearing psychologist and longtime activist from the northern village of Jatt, has helped found several non-profits including “We Have No Other Land” and has been a prominent figure in Women Wage Peace and other civic initiatives. She announced on social media that she would seek a place on the Democrats’ slate, joining the party last month alongside other activists.

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SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-886126
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https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-886131
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-886127
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ryhgbjpwbx
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-886129
https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-886132
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https://www.timesofisrael.com/activist-somaya-bashir-to-run-for-democrats-slate-calls-for-arab-jewish-partnership/

HEADLINES
Iran calls Israel expansionist seeks permanent inequality
Gaza Peace Council holds first meeting
Israeli reform protests tainted by hypocrisy

The time is now 5:01 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 said at an Al Jazeera Forum in Doha that Israel is an expansionist project that requires neighboring countries to be weakened militarily, technologically, economically, and socially. He argued that the Israeli regime permanently enjoys the upper hand and would be free to expand its military arsenal without limits, including weapons of mass destruction outside any inspection regime, while other countries are demanded to disarm. Araghchi cited sanctions and punishments against Iran for missile and nuclear projects as proof that Israel is treated differently, not based on security or non-proliferation concerns but on maintaining Israel's military superiority. He described this as the enforcement of permanent inequality and said Israel must have military intelligence and a strategic edge, whereas others must remain vulnerable. He also mentioned talks with the United States in Oman as a good start, clarifying they would focus only on the nuclear issue.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a Hebrew column argues that the debate around the so-called 77 revolution and the reform protests has been tainted by hypocrisy and has become a shield against criticism. It says the piece targets not the elderly Aharon Barak, but a highly influential figure among those trying to topple the government using false arguments. The column mentions a series of headlines included in the piece, including references to Trump’s sanctions on Iran after talk of “very good talks,” a deadly motorcycle crash in the Golan with two others injured, questions about new political shifts in Yemen, moves by the new government, whether Netanyahu is invited, the first meeting of Gaza’s Peace Council, and reports of a woman dying in a fire in Petah Tikva and a man seriously injured in Jerusalem.

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SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-885862
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1281967