HEADLINES
31 Killed in Gaza as Strikes Continue
Bandar Abbas Ahvaz Explosions Prompt Caution
Herzog Urges National Action After Arab Violence

The time is now 11:02 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), Hamas issued a pointed response to the latest wave of strikes in Gaza, saying that the occupation’s claims of violations to the ceasefire are lies and a justification for what it described as massacres against its people. The group labeled those claims as a dismissal of mediators, guarantor states, and all parties involved in what is described as the Peace Council. Hamas also suggested that Israel went one step too far as the Israeli air force conducted further strikes in Gaza. Separately, hospital sources in Gaza reported that 31 people have been killed by Israeli fire since the start of the day, including 24 in Gaza City and in the northern part of the enclave.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, today’s developments across Iran included a series of explosions in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz, with authorities reporting fatalities and injuries while attributing the blasts to gas leaks. Iranian officials said an IRGC navy commander was not targeted and dismissed social-media rumors as false. Four people were reported killed in a gas explosion in Ahvaz, and Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz incidents were described as under investigation, with some outlets citing gas leaks as the cause. Reports of additional explosions appeared in Parand and Tehran, though authorities in Parand said the widespread smoke could be traced to a fire in dried reed beds along the Shur River rather than an explosion, and there was no immediate cause for concern. Iran-aligned channels claimed mid-range missile test launches near Karaj, while other reports circulated about unconfirmed blasts in Qom. Initial and unverified reports of further explosions in Qom also emerged as authorities sought to clarify the situation.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, President Isaac Herzog visited Sakhnin to address what he called an unacceptable spike in violence and murder within Arab society, stating that 250 innocent Israeli citizens have been murdered in Arab society in 2025 and more than 15 people have been killed since the start of January. He urged unity and determined action at the national level to combat crime, including legislation and enforcement, and to eradicate this stain from Israeli society. During the visit, Herzog spoke with local leaders and families affected by violence and reiterated that the fight against crime must be a national priority. Separately, a Friday broadcast segment around the Mordechi David case featured a tense exchange among anchors and commentators about coverage and the broader implications of violence, with participants arguing about balance and accountability rather than equivalence of actions on opposing sides.

In Uplifting News, the Anchored in the Earth program, now in its second year, supports about 60 veterans across four cohorts through a farm-based therapeutic path toward healing and reintegration. The 10-week program, established by a clinical social worker and run under a network of therapeutic farms, operates at the Bein Hatlamim Farm near Pardes Hanna. Also featured is the YASAR unit of the IDF, the Southern Command Scanning Unit, whose members search, identify, and return the dead, a mission described by those involved as demanding and essential. The southwest region of the country also saw thousands of people take to the outdoors during the Desert Bloom festival in the western Negev, with the area painted in red poppies and other colors, and the festival running into the month with farmers’ markets and guided tours. Weather noted that roughly 90,000 people visited natural sites over the weekend, including Nahal Hermon–Banias, Caesarea, Tel Afek, Migdal Tzedek, and Ashkelon, highlighting favorable conditions for outdoor recreation.

In Other News, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said there is no truth to claims that he is unhappy with OpenAI and that Nvidia plans a substantial investment in OpenAI, reportedly up to $100 billion, while noting that some reports of a stalled deal were speculative and non-binding. Iranian dissidents circulated a photo of Naftali Bennett’s son in a graphic about casualties from protests, a move seized on by pro-regime outlets to challenge casualty figures. Across the country, several local incidents were reported: a 46-year-old man was injured moderately after being struck by a vehicle in Klan-Sawan; a 38-year-old motorcyclist was injured moderately in Yavne; a 66-year-old motorcyclist was injured moderately on Highway 2 near the Einstein interchange; a deadly shooting in Lod left a man dead and several others wounded, with initial indications pointing to a possible revenge killing tied to local street clashes. An attack in Lod left three people wounded, including a critically injured 25-year-old. In Be’er Ya’akov, two teens were charged with luring men on Telegram and robbing them at knifepoint. A separate report noted that images of Prince Andrew resurfaced in the context of the Jeffrey Epstein matter, continuing to echo in global headlines. Tehran's crisis management chief, Asaf Rosenzweig Ali Nasiri, was cited as saying Iran has converted 300 underground facilities and 82 metro stations into shelters and protected spaces for about 2.5 million people. Aligned with IRGC-sphere outlets, reports described missile tests in several Iranian cities and claimed additional demonstrations of missile capability near Karaj, while other channels reported tests in the city of Arak. In a related note, a wave of creative activity appeared on Iranian social networks, described as a surge of online expression, while authorities warned that a large amount of misinformation about explosions across Iran was circulating online. Finally, a number of traffic incidents and violent events continued to be reported nationwide, including another Be’er Ya’akov incident, a fatal stabbing in Lod, and a series of road accidents involving pedestrians and motorcyclists.

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HEADLINES
Gaza toll hits 31 amid renewed strikes
Iran missiles spark regional tensions after blasts
Moodys upgrade Israel outlook BoI cuts rate

The time is now 10:04 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), Hamas issued a blunt response to the latest wave of attacks in Gaza, saying the occupation’s claims of violating the ceasefire are lies and a justification for their people’s slaughter. The group framed the accusations as a contemptuous stance toward mediators and guarantors and toward all parties involved in the peace process. In Gaza, hospital sources report heavy casualties from Israeli strikes, with Hamas-run health authorities citing 31 dead today across the territory. The Israeli military said it struck Hamas and Islamic Jihad targets across the Gaza Strip in response to what it described as ceasefire violations, including a weapons storage facility, a weapons manufacturing site, and two rocket launch sites in central Gaza, and it criticized the militant groups for using civilian infrastructure and Gazan civilians as human shields. Overnight, a broad round of strikes produced a reported death toll of 28 Gazans in seven locations, according to Hamas’s civil defense agency and the health ministry, with many of the dead described as women and children and others still missing under rubble.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, several developments surfaced as tensions persisted. Shiite-aligned outlets reported Iran firing Fateh-type missiles from the Arak area, with other accounts describing missiles—likely cruise missiles—seen in the Khuzestan skies from the Iraqi side. Reports of explosions and damage spread across multiple cities, including Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz in the south and Karaj and Parand near Tehran, with official Iranian media attributing some incidents to gas leaks and not to airstrikes, while opposition and other sources circulated competing claims. Israel has said it is not involved in the incidents in Iran, and Israeli officials communicated to Reuters that there is no Israeli role in the blasts. Iran’s civil defense and crisis-management apparatus were cited as saying hundreds of facilities have been repurposed for shelters, with thousands of spaces converted to protected areas. Officials and outlets also discussed a regional military exercise, later reported as canceled, conducted between Iran, Russia, and China. In the meantime, assessments and statements from Iranian authorities emphasized ongoing investigations into the causes of the blasts, while external observers warned that information remained fluid and contested.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, an OSINT update outlined a deployment by the US Navy that could participate in a scenario involving action against Iran. The collection notes the presence of one aircraft carrier and seven guided-missile destroyers, with most vessels within roughly 700 kilometers of Iranian territory, a distance corresponding to the strike reach of Iran’s Zolfaghar missiles. The picture presented underscores the scale of American naval posture in the region amid heightened tensions and the potential for escalation vis-à-vis Iran and its proxies.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel launched a government-led effort to complete aliyah and family reunification for the Bnei Menashe community. Known as Operation Kanfei Shahar (Wings of Dawn), the initiative is coordinated by the Aliyah and Integration Ministry with the Jewish Agency, the Chief Rabbinate, the Ma’arach Hagiyur conversion system, and multiple other ministries. The program aims to reunite families—spouses, children, and parents—after years of separation, reflecting a major shift toward state-led responsibility for this community from former privately run efforts. The Bnei Menashe, tracing lineage to the tribe of Menashe from northeastern India, number around 5,000 in Israel today, with thousands more still in India, and the initiative centers on facilitating their integration and return.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Moody’s has upgraded Israel’s credit outlook from negative to stable, while the sovereign rating remains at Baa1. The rating agency cited moderated geopolitical pressures, resilient economic activity, a diversified economic base, and continued access to international capital as factors backing a more stable outlook. Moody’s also noted the resilience of Israel’s financial system in the face of elevated defense spending and security costs. Additionally, the Bank of Israel’s Monetary Committee made an unexpected move on January 6, cutting the policy rate from 4.25% to 4.0%, underscoring a balancing act between supporting growth and managing security-related pressures.

In Uplifting News, one hopeful thread comes from the IDF’s YASAR unit, a Southern Command scanning unit dedicated to locating and identifying fallen soldiers after the October 7 attacks. Its members operate in difficult, often dangerous conditions, providing closure for families and the nation. Separately, the weekend’s favorable weather drew roughly 90,000 people to outdoors sites managed by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, including Nahal Hermon–Bnei Dan, Caesarea, Tel Afek, and Ashkelon, highlighting a period of outdoor activity and family time.

In Other News, developments included initial and unconfirmed reports of an explosion in Qom, Iran, with multiple outlets noting the information as preliminary. Across social media, there was a notable spread of unverified claims about explosions in various Iranian cities, prompting cautions from officials and observers alike to treat such reports as unconfirmed until verified.

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HEADLINES
Gaza Strikes Kill Dozens Civilians Dead
Possible Iran Endgame Remove Supreme Leader
Israel Launches Wings of Dawn Aliyah

The time is now 9:03 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), the Israeli Defense Forces say its airstrikes in Gaza were carried out in response to ceasefire violations, targeting four Hamas and Islamic Jihad commanders along with a weapons storage facility, a weapons manufacturing site, and two rocket launch sites in the central Gaza Strip. The military said eight terrorists were identified exiting underground tunnel infrastructure in eastern Rafah, and it asserted that civilian institutions were being used as human shields by the militant groups. Palestinian health authorities in Gaza reported the early toll from the strikes at 26 dead, a figure cited by Reuters, with the death toll rising in subsequent reports as a wave of overnight Israeli strikes hit Gaza, described by the army as aimed at terror operatives and infrastructure. The Hamas-run civil defense agency said bodies were recovered from multiple locations and that many others remained missing under rubble, while Hamas’s health ministry logged dozens of injuries. The violence comes as authorities said a crossing at the Rafah terminal would reopen on Sunday for limited movement of people, and separate reports described additional strikes in Gaza City’s Sheikh Radwan district and, in a separate context, a strike against a Hamas police facility. Earlier in the day, a brief hop of fighting was reported in a western Gaza City neighborhood after evacuation warnings, underscoring the ongoing volatility of the situation.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a former CIA officer told British media that in a worst‑case escalation scenario a move to remove Iran’s supreme leader could be considered as an operational option, with behind‑the‑scenes support from Israel and the United States. The discussion reflects heightened attention to possible endgames amid tensions with Tehran. Separately, statements from senior Israeli officials cited by Reuters said that the Israeli military was not involved in recent explosions inside Iran. In the Levant, Israeli forces said they targeted a Hezbollah operative in the Merkabah area of southern Lebanon, with a series of quick strikes described by the military as actions against members of the Lebanese militant group. Reports from southern Lebanon also described drone or air strikes on a Hezbollah target in the vicinity of the town of Rabat Ta’altin, and Israeli spokespeople indicated that the army had conducted operations in the Marqab region. Across Iran, multiple blasts were reported in Bandar Abbas, Ahvaz, and other cities, with Iranian state media reporting casualties and officials denying that an IRGC naval facility was hit; authorities cautioned that the cause of the blasts remained unclear. The incidents occurred as Iran warned of live-fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane, with US Central Command warning of risks to shipping and regional stability if unsafe actions continued. The Iranian leadership also faced domestic tensions, with President Masoud Pezeshkian accusing foreign powers of provoking unrest in Iran’s protests, which have been tightly controlled by authorities, and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei appearing in public in a bid to project continuity and resilience amid regional pressure.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the government has launched Operation Kanfei Shahar (Wings of Dawn), a major state-led initiative to complete aliyah and family reunification for the Bnei Menashe community, integrating them more fully into Israeli society. The plan, coordinated by the Aliyah and Integration Ministry in partnership with the Jewish Agency, the Chief Rabbinate, the Ma’arach Hagiyur conversion system, and multiple government ministries, aims to reunite spouses, children, and parents who have lived apart for years. The Bnei Menashe community, originating in Manipur and Mizoram in northeast India, traces its heritage to the biblical Tribe of Menashe and now numbers roughly 5,000 in Israel, with thousands more still living in India. The program marks a shift toward greater state involvement in immigration and integration efforts. In related notes, two senior Israeli officials told Reuters that the IDF was not involved in the reported explosions inside Iran, reinforcing a distinction between domestic military actions and external incidents.

In Other News, a series of blasts were reported in Iran’s Bandar Abbas port and in Ahvaz, with Iranian media confirming casualties and injuries as authorities denied that the blasts involved an IRGC naval facility and said the cause remained unclear. The port city lies at the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil passageway, and officials cautioned that information was still developing. Other reports described blasts in Tehran’s Farand district and in Tabriz, with Iranian authorities saying a fire or gas‑system malfunction could be involved and denying targeted attacks on senior military figures. Sporadic messages from opposition channels and state outlets alike noted additional explosions across multiple Iranian locations, underscoring a period of heightened tension in the region. In related domestic incidents, a road crash near Beit Alpha left a 25-year-old man seriously injured and two young adults in their 20s moderately injured, with five people transported to hospital, while in Beersheba a 16-year-old was seriously injured in a fall, and a 10-year-old child required medical care after a road incident in Kesifa, all conveyed by emergency responders.

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HEADLINES
Israel airstrikes Gaza kill four commanders
Former CIA officer Iran leader assassination possible
Wings of Dawn reunites Bnei Menashe families

The time is now 8:02 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), Israeli forces carried out airstrikes in Gaza on Saturday in response to ceasefire violations by Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The Israeli military said it struck four commanders and additional terrorists across the Gaza Strip, targeting a weapons storage facility, a weapons manufacturing site, and two Hamas launch sites in central Gaza. Palestinian health authorities run by Hamas reported a death toll from the strikes of 26. Later, Gaza’s civil defence agency updated the toll, saying 22 people were killed, describing strikes on residential apartments, tents, shelters and a police station in Gaza City. The strikes also included a police station in the city, and Israel said it additionally carried out a separate operation in southern Lebanon, hitting a Hezbollah fighter in the Markaba area. In parallel, Israel announced plans to reopen the Rafa crossing with Egypt on Sunday to facilitate humanitarian movement into Gaza, a development humanitarian officials said would aid aid deliveries.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a former CIA officer told British media that in a scenario of escalating confrontation, assassination of Iran’s supreme leader could be considered as an operational option with Israeli involvement and behind‑the‑scenes US support. Iran’s leadership appeared in public for the first time in weeks as authorities warned the United States and Israel against military action, with officials saying the country’s forces were on high alert and that its nuclear expertise cannot be eliminated. Tehran also sought to counter what it described as foreign pressure by asserting that protests have been exploited by external powers. Meanwhile, Iran announced a plan to conduct live-fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a move the US Central Command cautioned could raise risks near forces and shipping in the region. Across Iran, reports circulated of blasts in Bandar Abbas, Tabriz, Ahvaz, Farand, Tehran and Qeshm, with state-linked outlets offering varying explanations, from gas leaks to civilian incidents, while authorities and allied media denied targeted attacks on senior military figures. Separately, Iranian officials and media also noted a public‑facing stance by Supreme Leader Khamenei and warnings to foreign actors, and discussions of possible scenarios involving escalations around Iran’s military capabilities and proxies. An analysis piece noted that some observers view the Strait of Hormuz developments as a potential flashpoint amid broader US‑Iran tensions.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the government has launched a major initiative to complete aliyah and family reunification for the Bnei Menashe community. Known as Operation Kanfei Shahar (Wings of Dawn), the effort brings state support to facilitate integration, with coordination among the Aliyah and Integration Ministry, the Jewish Agency, the Chief Rabbinate, the Ma’arach Hagiyur conversion system, and several other ministries. The community, originally from the Indian states of Manipur and Mizoram and now numbering about 5,000 in Israel, largely resides in northern towns, with thousands more in India. The program focuses on reuniting families—spouses, children and parents—and is described by the ministry’s deputy director-general as a fundamental shift in state policy toward the community.

In Other News, an explosion occurred at Iran’s southern port of Bandar Abbas, with Iranian media saying no casualties were yet confirmed and that residents were evacuated from the damaged building. Official Iranian outlets and security services denied reports of a targeted strike on an IRGC naval commander and said investigators were looking into a gas leak or other civilian causes. Reports also cited fires and blasts in other Iranian cities, including Ahvaz and Parand, and Tehran’s Farand district, with authorities and state media offering competing explanations and denying attacks on senior military figures. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused foreign powers of provoking protests that have roiled the country, while HRANA cites a heavy toll from the crackdown on demonstrations. Separately, there were ongoing references to no credible evidence of US or Israeli air strikes on Iranian territory, and Iranian opposition channels reported blasts in various locations around the capital region. In neighboring Pakistan, tens of thousands of families have fled the Tirah Valley amid warnings of possible military action against Islamist militants, even as winter snows blanket the region.

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HEADLINES
Israel Strikes Four Hamas Commanders in Gaza
Netanyahu Remark Triggers Israeli On Air Clash
Iran Cracks Down as Protests Turn Deadly

The time is now 7:01 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), Israeli forces and Shin Bet carried out overnight strikes against Hamas and Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza, hitting four commanders and militants as well as a weapons warehouse, a weapons-production site, and two launch infrastructures in central Gaza. The IDF said the operations were in response to ceasefire violations, including militants emerging from a Rafah tunnel. Gaza health officials reported 28 killed, including some at a police headquarters, while medical sources outside the health ministry put the day’s toll at 26. A building was reported to have collapsed in the ongoing bombardment, and footage circulated of an attack on a Hamas police center in the Sheikh Radwan district in northern Gaza. Additionally, Gaza channels reported three fatalities in a drone strike on a apartment in the al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza near an UNRWA school complex, bringing the reported death toll from today’s Israeli strikes to 22.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the discord over leadership and conduct in the war scene dominated the airwaves, beginning with a public spat sparked by a controversial remark attributed to Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the response to the conflict and the handling of those who were killed. A series of opinion pieces and commentary on the Friday edition of a major program examined the tone and leadership decisions, with critics arguing that a culture of bullying and intimidation has been normalized in public discourse. One prominent reflection asserted that the on-air discussion around Mordechai David laid bare a troubling pattern of pressure and political protection around such figures, while another commentary suggested the broadcast conveyed a clear, unsettling message about the state of public accountability. A separate segment described how host Gai Pelag appeared to lose support on air as the discussion around the same figure unfolded, underscoring divisions within the media landscape over how these events are presented and who stands with or against them.

In Other News, Iran’s president said foreign powers have exploited the country’s economic hardships to incite unrest, accusing US, Israeli, and European leaders of fomenting protests to tear the nation apart, as security forces have cracked down with thousands reported dead in the broader crackdown. Tens of thousands have fled Pakistan’s Tirah Valley amid warnings of military action against Islamist militants, with residents describing long family evacuations in harsh winter conditions. In Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appeared publicly at the tomb of Ruhollah Khomeini to mark the Islamic Revolution’s 47th anniversary, a development noted after earlier reports that he might be kept in a safe underground facility. The global news landscape also features the ongoing Epstein file saga, with the US Justice Department releasing a vast new batch of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, alongside separate reports detailing long-hidden pretrial materials and communications involving prominent figures, including Bill Gates in some accounts. Nvidia chief Jensen Huang cautioned that China is leading in science and technology, noting that nine of the top ten science and technology universities are now in China. Other items include a report of eight people lightly injured in a road crash on Highway 44 near the Ganot interchange, and discussions of broader geopolitical shifts as the world weighs the withdrawal of the United States from various international bodies, with observers cautioning about the wider costs to global governance. Additionally, Iran faced economic strain as it confronted internet blackouts impacting commerce, while in the region a Druze protest movement in southern Syria voiced opposition to the Assad regime, and South America saw a shifting political landscape with a rise of right-leaning leadership redefining regional alignments.

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HEADLINES
Gaza toll hits 22 as strikes escalate
Iran warns of escalation amid US threats
Israel braces for LPG shortage this winter

The time is now 6:02 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), the latest monitoring from Gaza describes intensified hostilities and casualties. A video surface shows the Hamas police center that was attacked in the Sheikh Radwan district in the north of Gaza City. Gaza channels report three people killed in a Israeli drone strike on an apartment in the al-Nazr neighborhood in western Gaza, near the UNRWA school complex, bringing the death toll in Israeli strikes across the Strip since this morning to 22. Palestinian journalists note notices from the Israeli military indicating the evacuation of several buildings across Gaza ahead of further strikes. Another report says Israeli forces struck the administration building of a camp on Street 5 in the Al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, with the strike preceded by an evacuation warning delivered by knocking on the roof.

In the conflicts with Iran and its regional proxies, Iranian leadership and security officials remain in focus. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei publicly appeared to pray at the tomb of Ruhollah Khomeini, marking the start of the Islamic Revolution’s 47th anniversary celebrations, according to his official account. Earlier reports suggested he had been moved to a safe underground facility amid fears of a possible US strike, with Masoud Khamenei taking on day‑to‑day duties as a primary channel to the regime’s executive branches. Tehran’s authorities have signaled preparedness for escalation, including warnings that metro stations and underground parking across Tehran could be converted into war shelters in the event of an attack. Iran’s Chief of Staff Amir Hatami asserted that Iran’s defensive, scientific, and nuclear capabilities are local and cannot be destroyed, delivering a clear deterrent message to Washington. Iranian activists say protests continue and are driven by broader grievances beyond prior years, highlighting rising poverty and calling attention to broader social strains, even as chants occasionally touch on historical political sentiments.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, routine local incidents sit alongside infrastructure and political discourse. A 41-year-old woman was injured in a car rollover in Barkan and was evacuated to Beilinson Hospital with injuries to her limbs, with three other people treated for minor injuries. Behind the scenes, major infrastructure development continues with a look at Tel Aviv’s Green Line light rail, where tunnels, underground stations, and around-the-clock work are shaping the longest line of its kind, expected to serve about 250,000 passengers daily. Public and political debate remains vocal around leadership and accountability, with Hadas Klein publishing reflections on the political climate and the implications for Prime Minister Netanyahu, including calls for accountability over the October 7 attacks and commentary about the state of public discourse and treatment of critics. Klein also described targeted online harassment and legal action she has pursued, including lawsuits and defamation actions, and she recounted attempts to defend herself against alleged damaging assertions. Separately, remarks attributed to Yossi Cohen, the former security chief, reflect personal frustration with how the public discussion has unfolded, including a claim about someone close to the matter and questions about access to a residence and oversight.

In Israeli Economy and Business, the focus is on energy security and supply. Israel faces a looming liquified gas shortage despite government assurances of stable supply, with a minimal security stockpile raising concerns for heating, energy, and manufacturing sectors that rely on LPG. Institutions and businesses have priority access to cooking gas, while private consumers may experience delays as the situation worsens with approaching winter. A gas shipment reached the Ktzaa terminal in early January, but officials say it will not fully resolve the broader supply challenge.

In Other News, developments span international security, economics, technology, and culture. In Pakistan’s Tirah Valley, tens of thousands of families have fled amid warnings of potential military operations against Islamist militants, aided by heavy snowfall and cold conditions. In southern Syria’s Druz‑majority region of al-Suwaydaa, Druze protests against the regime of Bashar al-Assad featured banners and imagery referencing regional leadership, with protesters voicing discontent and solidarity with broader regional concerns. Across the Americas, the political map has shifted toward right‑wing leadership, with implications for regional policy and alignment with Israel in the region. In Washington, the Justice Department released a massive batch of Epstein records, totaling millions of pages, thousands of videos and hundreds of thousands of images, including references to figures such as Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Prince Andrew, under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. In Israel, a road traffic collision on Route 44 near the Ganot Interchange left eight people with minor injuries, while in the Galilee a separate incident involved a woman’s injury in a collision on Route 854 near Nafakh. Nvidia’s chief executive Jensen Huang said China leads in science and technology, noting that nine of the world’s top ten science and technology universities are now in China. Finally, Melania Trump’s documentary opened in theaters worldwide after a high-profile premiere in Washington, drawing mixed reviews from critics as it charts her life and role as first lady.

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HEADLINES
Gaza Strike Kills Seven Ceasefire Frays
US Approves Israel and Saudi Arms Packages
US Poised for Iran Strike Targeting Leadership

The time is now 5:03 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), Palestinian reports describe a strike in the Sheikh Radwan district of Gaza that reportedly left at least seven people dead. In Gaza City, an airstrike is described as killing three children and two women in a family apartment, with another strike hitting a tent in Khan Younis to the south. The Israeli military said it was looking into the reports and did not immediately confirm the strikes. The ongoing, fragile ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has endured for months, but new violence and militant actions continue to test the pause in fighting. Separately, there are reports that Israeli forces struck the administration building of a camp in Khan Younis after a prior evacuation warning, underscoring the renewed intensity of operations in southern Gaza.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US officials say the Trump administration could authorize a strike on Iran imminently, using a decapitation model aimed at leadership and targeting the Quds Force, with Iran reportedly seeking to inflict up to 500 American casualties. Meanwhile, the Houthis have released footage from a drone-boat factory after signaling they could join fighting if Iran is attacked. Iran’s president says that US, Israeli and European leaders have exploited Iran’s economic distress to fuel unrest, while stressing that the Islamic Republic remains resolute. Tehran says there is no genuine basis for negotiations with the United States unless the atmosphere of threats is removed, and it emphasizes that the regime’s foundations remain strong. Iranian foreign ministry officials and opposition accounts describe security measures inside Iran, including heightened vigilance at checkpoints and steps to mobilize or redeploy personnel; civilians report increased scrutiny of mobile devices and personal belongings as tensions persist. Across these developments, regional actors remain on edge as diplomatic channels face test amid a volatile strategic environment.

In the US Policy Concerning Israel, the American government has unveiled major arms packages in response to regional tensions. The administration approved about $6.67 billion in new arms sales to Israel and a separate $9 billion weapons package for Saudi Arabia, with Israel’s package including 30 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and thousands of associated vehicles and equipment. The four-package plan also features extensive related gear and weapons, reinforcing Washington’s security commitments as ceasefire discussions continue. Separately, the State Department announced more than $6.5 billion in potential military sales to Israel, including $1.98 billion for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, $3.8 billion for AH-64E Apache helicopters, and a third contract valued at about $740 million. These approvals reflect ongoing US support for ally capacity in a tense regional landscape.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Hadas Klein describes an aggressive and pervasive online harassment campaign that has targeted her with criminalized threats, doxxing attempts, and dehumanizing labels. She says an organized network has followed and attacked her, and she has authorized legal action, with several cases resulting in prosecutions and convictions. Klein says she will not back down and has engaged in litigation, including a suit seeking compensation from a prominent figure who published personal material. She recounts how threats extended to her home and personal life, including allegations and insinuations intended to terrify her, and she describes her commitment to countering the abuse through a coordinated response.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Hadas Klein contends that Prime Minister Netanyahu faces a consequential accountability moment, arguing that the country’s divisions and confrontations since October 7 must be acknowledged and addressed. She says the most meaningful consequence would be the lasting legacy of those events and urges accountability for the administration. Separately, the prosecution has opened an inquiry into Sarah Netanyahu over alleged witness harassment, a development that has kept political and legal tensions in the spotlight. In addition, a longtime security official, Yossi Cohen, has spoken about pressure and personal attacks related to public exposure, underscoring how personal conflicts and political fault lines intersect with governance and security concerns.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel faces a looming shortage of liquefied petroleum gas despite government assurances of supply stability as winter approaches. A minimal reserve stockpile has raised concerns among heating, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors that rely on LPG, with priority reportedly given to industrial and institutional users, potentially leaving private consumers waiting. A gas shipment earlier this month touched the supply chain but is not expected to fully resolve the issue. Moody’s has raised Israel’s rating outlook from negative to stable, while keeping the rating at Baa1, noting reduced geopolitical risk since the war and a resilient economy, though warning that security threats remain and could reemerge. A separate Moody’s assessment also cites improving indicators and confirms the shift in outlook to stable, reflecting confidence in economic resilience amidst regional tensions.

In Other News, a high-profile documentary about Melania Trump opens in theaters after a lavish premiere, drawing mixed reviews as it surveys the former first lady’s life, business endeavors, and philanthropic work against a backdrop of political discourse surrounding the Trump era. In domestic Irish news, a 35-year-old woman is moderately injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 854 near Nahf and is treated by medics and transported for care. In South Asia, tens of thousands have fled the Tirah Valley in northwest Pakistan amid mosque warnings of potential military action against militants, with residents relocating to nearby towns despite heavy snowfall. In Washington, the federal government faced a brief shutdown as the House failed to pass a funding deal before a looming deadline, though the Senate approved the plan and the situation was expected to be temporary. In open-country riding, a 40-year-old motorcyclist was hospitalized with a head injury after a crash in a rural area near Ashkelon, with medics transferring him by helicopter to Soroka Medical Center. Film criticism from The Times of Israel’s Reel Schmooze panel reviews a recent Jesse Eisenberg release, offering critiques of the film’s neuroses and its place in contemporary cinema.

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HEADLINES
Hamas escalates guerrilla fighting amid ceasefire
US mulls Iran decapitation strike amid warnings
US approves $6.5B Israel arms sale

The time is now 4:05 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), as Israel enters the second phase of the ceasefire, the military and security services say Hamas is stepping up attempts to draw Israeli forces into guerrilla-style fighting, signaling the group is not laying down arms and remains operationally motivated. A sequence of Gaza incidents illustrates a continued Hamas readiness, even as fighting ebbs and flows. Reports from the southern Gaza Strip indicate an Israeli strike hit the administration building of a Gaza camp on Khan Younis, with an evacuation warning issued beforehand. In the pre-dawn hours, Israeli strikes across the enclave were said to have left 12 dead: seven members of the Abu Hadid family were killed in an attack on a tent in the Mowati area of Khan Younis, five others were killed when a home near the Al-Abbas junction in western Gaza was struck, and a strike in Jabalia in the north produced injuries. The army also attacked additional targets in central Gaza with no casualties reported. Officials described the strikes as a response to a Hamas violation, and observers note the episode has fed the sense of fragile and ongoing conflict. One reference in the coverage notes a separate report signaling a potential $6.5 billion arms deal that could help cover gaps in the air force.

In the conflict with Iran and its regional proxies, US officials say President Trump could authorize a strike on Iran as soon as tomorrow under a decapitation-style model targeting leadership and key Revolutionary Guard assets, with potential to inflict hundreds of American casualties if miscalculated. Iran responds that any American action would provoke a broad regional reaction, with estimates suggesting hundreds of American deaths and an expansion of conflict to include Israel and US bases. Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi told CNN in Turkey that there is no serious basis for negotiations with the United States at present and that any real talks would require removing the climate of threats and pressure, warning that negotiation cannot be conducted through conditioned terms and that claims of regime change are illusionary. An Associated Press briefing cited Iran’s warning of a naval drill near the Strait of Hormuz that could disrupt shipping, highlighting the potential for disruption in a critical chokepoint. Saudi officials have weighed in, with the defense minister warning that failure to strike could embolden Tehran, while reports in other outlets describe a reversal of posture in Riyadh, arguing that avoiding action could strengthen the Iranian regime. The Houthis have released footage from a drone/missile factory after signaling they could join fighting if Iran were attacked. Within analysis and commentary, pieces discuss how Qatar’s influence and regional dynamics shape Western narratives, and how observers compare Turkish and Qatari approaches to governance and power, including detours through historical analogies. On the ground inside Iran, opposition sources describe heightened security at checkpoints, with reports of phones being checked and people being moved to different assignments as part of a broader readiness posture.

The US Policy Concerning Israel section: The US State Department has approved more than $6.5 billion in potential military sales to Israel, including $1.98 billion for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, $3.8 billion for AH-64E Apache helicopters, and a third contract valued at $740 million.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel faces a looming liquified gas shortage even as the government assures supply stability. The country currently maintains minimal security stockpiles of LPG, leaving sectors such as heating, energy production, and manufacturing exposed as winter approaches. Industries from food production to hospitality are racing to secure gas, with prioritization given to institutional users and private consumers seeing delays. A gas ship arrived at the Ktsaa terminal after earlier draws from emergency reserves, but officials say this will not fully resolve the issue. Meanwhile, Moody’s updated Israel’s credit outlook from negative to stable, keeping the rating at Baa1. The agency notes reduced geopolitical risk and resilient economic performance, with growth expected to rebound in 2026, but cautions that security risks remain and could spark renewed tensions.

In Other News, the day brings a broad mix of developments. The US government entered a likely brief shutdown after the Senate passed a spending package by 71 to 29, but the House, out of town, is not expected to consider the measure until Monday. A group of Iranians attending the film “Melania” with Donald Trump voiced their support for the US president, expressing affection and thanks for his stance toward the Iranian people. Egypt’s government rejected claims it imports dates from Israel, insisting all dates come from Arab states under strict supervision. Iranian opposition sources report citizens describing heightened security at checkpoints, with devices such as mobile phones checked and personal data scrutinized as authorities tighten control; doctors and hospital staff report an elevated state of alert. A feature asks what historians might write about Qatar’s influence in the West, depending on financial ties, and a broader examination looks at how a ruling elite uses narrative and symbolism to manage perception, with a tongue-in-cheek reference to Erdogan in a well-known anecdote. A 56-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a motorcyclist on Herzl Street in Netanya, while a separate opinion piece explores the tension between artificial intelligence and what some call divine intelligence, examining how traditional wisdom could inform the modern, rapidly evolving technological landscape.

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HEADLINES
Gaza strikes kill seven in Mowati tent
Iran to hold Hormuz live-fire naval drill
US warns Iran any disruption triggers strikes

The time is now 3:03 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), overnight Israeli forces conducted broad strikes across the Gaza Strip. In Khan Younis’s Mowati area, seven members of the Abu Hadid family were killed when a tent was hit. In western Gaza, five Gazans were killed in a strike on a dwelling near the Alعבאסי junction. The Israeli military also reported a strike on a target in Jabalia in the north where there were injuries but no fatalities. Additional targets in central Gaza were attacked with no casualties reported. A separate note indicates strikes in Gaza City, including in Jabalia and Al-Buraij.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran warned it plans a naval drill in the Hormuz strait in the coming days, with live-fire and the activity potentially disrupting shipping in the area Sunday and Monday. A separate report notes a Saudi warning that if US president Trump does not act against Iran, the regime could grow stronger. Yemen’s Houthis hailed a Security Council moment after Israel’s UN envoy quoted the group’s slogan death to America, death to Israel, arguing it shows Israel and the United States fear them. In Washington, a private meeting in which Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman spoke with senior US officials, including the secretary of state and the defense secretary, reiterated a warning that without US action the Iranian regime would strengthen.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Washington issued a firm message to Iran about dangerous behavior during a naval exercise with live-fire in the Hormuz Strait. CENTCOM stressed that any disruption to freedom of navigation or risk to American forces would be met with retaliatory strikes.

In uplifting News, a feature from Israel’s capital of bite-sized bites and cultural flavor takes readers to Or Yehuda, described as the Berlin of the Cold War era, where Iraqi and Tripolitanian culinary traditions mingle and a beloved boreka shop owner and his family bring a bustling street-food scene to life. In Boca Raton, Florida, about 350,000 Haitians face deportation from the United States, and some Jewish residents, including survivors of the Holocaust, spoke of a “kindred bond” with Haitian staff and discussed the prospect of helping them by offering to hide workers in their buildings. And NASA astronaut Christina Koch is nearing a historic milestone as the first woman to travel around the Moon aboard Artemis 2, following a career that spans Antarctic winters and record space missions.

In Other News, a wide range of topics covers the global and regional frame. A commentary questions how future historians will describe Qatar’s influence in the West, noting funding and media presence as a factor in shaping perception. A foreign-policy vignette recounts a Turkish- and Qatari-flavored approach to influence, drawing an analogy to President Erdogan’s symbolic Ramadan moment when he famously ate a sandwich during daylight. In Israel, a man around fifty was seriously wounded in an incident of violence in Kfar Saba, with investigators pursuing details. A piece argues that artificial intelligence does not replace divine intelligence but complements it, exploring ancient Jewish thought alongside modern technology. A report notes what some call a “Saudi reversal,” arguing that avoiding action against Iran could bolster the regime, while another analysis portrays Qatar as orchestrating a broader influence campaign in the United States and Europe through various channels. An incident in Kesifah left a man injured moderately, and a separate report documents a US Navy destroyer visiting Israel, along with a broader discussion about a maritime corridor. An assessment from Iran International discussed how an anticipated strike against the regime might unfold soon, describing it as a move aimed at political change rather than a nuclear agreement. And in American civic life, demonstrations in Downtown Austin against immigration enforcement highlighted tensions across US cities, while a provocative post circulated online about the scope of historical enslaved populations prompted by claims tied to Muslim rulers.

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HEADLINES
- US Threatens Iran After Hormuz Live-Fire Drill
- Lod Roadblocks Block Arab Neighborhoods Disrupt Services
- Christina Koch Near Artemis II Moon Orbit

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In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), qatari influence is described as widening through donations to US campuses, vast investments in European economies, and shaping regional perception via Al-Jazeera, establishing Qatar as one of the world’s most influential states. A megadeal reported at 6.5 billion dollars could cover a gap in Israel’s air force. In the northern city of Kiryat Shmona, authorities describe a divide-and-rule dynamic within the city leadership. In Wadi Ar’a, a man was shot and killed amid concerns it may have been a case of mistaken identity. Ten years of fear are highlighted by accounts of Sinwar and Nasrallah’s alleged plan to abduct captives. A US destroyer’s visit to Israel is linked to a maritime corridor that is expected to be closed.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the United States delivered a stark message to Iran during a live-fire exercise in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the world’s most capable armed force would respond to any disruption of freedom of navigation or threat to American personnel with force. CENTCOM officials emphasized that any attack or risk to shipping or US forces would be met with retaliatory strikes. Ali Shamkhani, senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, told the Lebanese channel Al-Mayadeen that any hostile action by the enemy would be met with an appropriate, effective, and deterrent response, including striking deep into the Zionist entity.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Ninette Dreyfus’s wartime diary is the focus of Ninette’s War: A Jewish Story of Survival in 1940s France, a work by John Jay released in the UK, which uses Ninette’s diary entries, family papers, and interviews to chart the unraveling of France after June 1940 and the Vichy regime’s knowledge of Nazi crimes within a prominent Jewish family.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Haredi enlistment is rising but remains short of the IDF’s targets. Since July 2025, about 1,100 haredim have enlisted, with last year’s average around 2,800 and this year’s expected at least 3,300; the rise follows penalties and social repercussions for non-enlistment, though each cohort aims for roughly 14,000, and critics warn that a proposed draft-law revision to postpone main consequences could slow or reverse gains. In Lod, police have placed concrete roadblocks in two Arab neighborhoods, effectively blocking entry and exit and disrupting emergency services, student transportation, and access to essential services. In a Lod court transcript, Davud Bitan’s testimony is reported as denying improper involvement in tenders for a project in Rishon LeZion, maintaining no conflict of interest or interference with city decisions.

In Uplifting News, a feature from Or Yehuda highlights a street-food scene described as a Berlin-like crossroads of Iraqi and Tripolitanian flavors, where a local cook offers a varied menu that reflects a resilient, enduring food culture. In Boca Raton, Sinai Residences, home to about 500 seniors including many Holocaust survivors, has residents weighing the possibility of sheltering Haitian staff as roughly 350,000 Haitians face the end of Temporary Protected Status, which would strip work rights and expose them to detention and deportation; the moment is described with echoes of Anne Frank in the sense of shared vulnerability. NASA astronaut Christina Koch is nearing Artemis 2, poised to become the first woman to travel around the moon. The US External Office for Venezuela confirmed that interim authorities have released all known Americans in Venezuela. A Morocco-based language revival effort sees Yona Elfassi teaching Darija to Moroccan Diaspora Jews, with reflections on how a shrinking Jewish population in Morocco has spurred cultural ties abroad.

In Other News, an opinion piece argues that the debate between artificial intelligence and divine intelligence is not a competition but a conversation about what it means to know, choose, and act, drawing on Jewish mystical tradition about divine wisdom guiding creation. A separate digest notes ongoing political and social tensions, including reports of political rhetoric ahead of midterm elections, city policing responses to demonstrations, and reflections on domestic policy debates, alongside coverage of a global landscape that includes migration and economic policy developments.

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