HEADLINES
Iraq faces crossroads after Iranian-backed commander killed
Trump warns Oman over Hormuz interference
Gulf wary of premature Abraham Accords push

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

In Regional Impacts, President Trump warns Oman not to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions with Iran.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iraq stands at a crossroads as a senior commander from the Iran-aligned Ansar Allah al-Awfiya was killed in a car bombing, with an aide seriously wounded, underscoring Iraq’s challenge in rein in Iranian-backed militias as the new government confronts security choices. Separately, Lebanese sources say one of the missiles fired at a residence in the al-Shuifat area of Dahieh did not explode, and the Lebanese army is working to neutralize it.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, Gulf states view President Trump’s demand that they join the Abraham Accords as premature and disconnected, with experts saying the move is unlikely to be taken seriously by many Gulf capitals. Some have previously indicated willingness to normalize only if a Palestinian state is established, a condition not yet met, and Saudi Arabia’s potential entry remains tied to that prospect; Islamabad has rejected the demand.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Police Commissioner Danny Levi convened an emergency meeting to authorize a nationwide, large-scale crackdown on dangerous driving and life-endangering offenses, directing reinforced police presence, tougher enforcement, and expanded intelligence and coordination with the National Road Safety Authority and Transportation Ministry.

In Israeli Economy and Business, Israeli AI firm Foga is highlighted for turning one design into tens or hundreds of versions in seconds using AI and graphic automation, saving up to 80% of creative time and positioning the company for its next growth phase and an IPO as it invites private investors to join the current fundraising round. Separately, France’s Prime Minister told members of parliament that there should be no weapons embargo on Israel, saying Israel decides not to buy from France and that Israel is a major competitor in the French defense industry.

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