HEADLINES
Saudi source calls for removing Khamenei
Trump leans toward limited strikes, regime topple
Israel readies telehealth, power backups for war

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, a Saudi royal family source told N12 that the solution for Iran is no longer a limited military move but a fundamental regime change, starting with the removal of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The source said the regime must be eliminated one by one, with the ultimate goal of replacing it with a strong government that concentrates power and avoids the weaknesses seen in other states. The source indicated that after the top leadership is removed, elections would be held, and noted that Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi is apparently not acceptable to the majority inside Iran. There is a sense of missed opportunity on the streets of Iran, attributed to intense repression and a lack of external support; the discussion also touches on reactions to past US policy and the perception that opportunities have passed. Separately, reports in Hebrew indicate Israeli forces have conducted strikes in southern Lebanon. Additionally, in assessments of Iran’s nuclear timeline, Western analysts cited in a Fox News interview described Iran as being roughly a week from a nuclear weapon, with all necessary components reportedly in place. The central question, they said, is when Tehran would order moves to proceed; some Western sources have warned that a basic weapon could potentially be assembled within hours after such an order.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, the New York Times reports that President Trump is leaning toward authorizing limited strikes against Iran, followed by a larger campaign aimed at toppling the regime and aiding protesters if Tehran does not yield on its nuclear program. The report notes that the timing of any such actions remains under consideration and subject to evolving assessments.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel’s health services are preparing for war amid Iran tensions. Health funds have developed a comprehensive plan to adapt medical services during emergencies, prioritizing clinics with proper shelter or proximity to protected areas. Clinics without protection would close, with patients redirected to nearby secure facilities. Telehealth services will be expanded to facilitate remote care, particularly for the elderly and those with chronic illnesses, and telemedicine may become the primary mode of care if large-scale staying-at-home orders are issued. A major challenge identified is continuity of power for patients who rely on electrical equipment; about 2,400 complex ventilated patients have been supplied with personal generators that can run for up to 72 hours, and these patients will be contacted if power outages occur.

In Uplifting News, Maccabi Tel Aviv captured the Israel State Cup with a 109-90 victory over Bnei Herzliya. It marked the club’s 47th State Cup title. Roman Sorkin led the first half, with Jaylen Hoard matching that pace in the second half, and Tamir Blatt contributing from long range to seal the win in front of President Isaac Herzog. Sorkin finished with 25 points, Hoard 20, Blatt 14 with eight assists, while Herzliya’s Onuaku added 16 and Noah Carter 15 in the loss. Coach Oded Katash spoke postgame with emotion about the triumph.

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