Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

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Stay informed, no matter how busy you are. Reporter Noa Levi of Israel Today: Ongoing War Report brings you the most crucial updates from Israel every hour. Sourced directly from leading news channels and top-rated RSS feeds, our team distills extensive news coverage from 'Telegram Channel Israel Today', 'Haaretz', 'JPost.com', 'The Times of Israel', 'Ynet' and more, into concise 2-3 minute summaries. From breaking headlines to political shifts and cultural happenings, get a comprehensive snapshot of the nation's heartbeat without the fluff. Subscribe now and never miss a beat from the heart of Israel. Sources: Telegram Channel Israel TodayTelegram Channel Stand With Us Breaking NewsTelegram Channel News Before EveryoneFront - GlobesHaaretz latest headlinesJPost.com - Homepage & BreakingMaariv.co.il - NewsThe Times of IsraelIsrael Hayomynet DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER This podcast's content is generated using advanced artificial intelligence techniques and aims to summarize information from various sources. It's important to note that while the AI strives for accuracy, it might not always provide an exact representation of the news. There's potential for unintended inaccuracies or omissions. The content provides an overview of discussions over the last hour and serves as a digest for those seeking a concise update. For comprehensive and direct information, please refer to primary news sources. mini-news-jingle by Code Box and news-end-signature by Mansardian used under CC BY 4.0. Code generating this podcast is available under the MIT license and can be found here: https://github.com/mplawner/hourlynews.

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 17:02

    HEADLINES - Iran strikes Saudi base; five wounded - Azerbaijan foils Iranian plot on Israeli targets - Britain to bolster Gulf defense after strikes 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 Operation Lion's Roar, a flurry of developments over 72 hours highlights the regional strain. An Iranian ballistic missile hit a US military base in Saudi Arabia, wounding five service members. Across the Lebanon border, five fighters were seriously wounded, including the son of a senior Israeli official, with two others lightly wounded. A commander of the Navy's elite Shayetet 13 described a hidden front at sea, and authorities said a militant group continues to press its members to join an attack, even as some remain hesitant. In the north, Hezbollah actions prompted heightened concern as officials suggested a bluff was exposed. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Azerbaijan's security service thwarted an Iranian plot to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku and other Jewish targets, allegedly carried out by Iran's IRGC to sow panic and reputational damage. Three explosive devices were found and neutralized, and Azerbaijan condemned an Iranian drone strike on the Nakhchivan exclave, promising a response. Separately, sirens rang across central Israel as a missile attack from Iran was intercepted, with one missile shot down. In Iranian Retaliation, air force officials say the Iranians are no amateurs; they prepared extensively for the operation, including mobilizing a large number of equipment at launch sites to rapidly open tunnels after each sortie, and they counted on a high flight tempo, though the pace left them little margin to adjust. In Regional Impacts, alarms were heard in the Galilee after rocket fire attributed to Hezbollah. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about Iran's strikes on the kingdom, saying Britain would deploy additional fighter jets, helicopters and a destroyer to the region and would boost intelligence cooperation to support defensive operations and civilian protection. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israel has been conducting strikes in western Iran to support Iranian Kurdish militias along the border areas, while Iraqi Kurdish factions face pushback that could hamper mobilization. Argentina issued an arrest warrant for Ahmad Vahidi, the suspect in the 1994 AMIA bombing, as he was appointed head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a move that underscores enduring regional tensions. In Uplifting News, reports from the Israeli air force describe a standout member whose work in Tehran drew high praise, with colleagues saying the individual’s performance was nothing short of brilliant. Another account recounts pilots who flew to Iran three times in a single day, a feat described as a remarkable display of planning and endurance. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292911 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889112 https://t.me/selena_updates/57346 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292910 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292907 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/uks-starmer-discusses-military-intelligence-support-saudi-crown-prince https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71394 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-889115 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889114 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292909 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292908

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  2. 11H AGO

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 16:01

    HEADLINES Azerbaijan Foils IRGC Plot Against Israeli Embassy Israel Strikes Hezbollah Command Centers Beirut US Targets Iran Airspace Control in Weeks 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 Operation Lion's Roar, the piece raises a question about who were the extremely important people Israel aimed to kill with more than 100 munitions dropped from 50 fighter jets to ensure none survived inside what is described as Khamenei’s bunker, but the article provides no names or confirmed outcomes. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Azerbaijani authorities say they thwarted an Iranian plot by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku and other Jewish targets, with three explosive devices located and neutralized. The alleged targets included the Baku-Ceyhan Oil Pipeline, the Israeli Embassy, a leader of the Mountain Jewish community, and a local synagogue. Earlier, Azerbaijan said Iran carried out a drone strike on its Nakhchivan exclave, hitting the terminal of Nakhchivan International Airport and crashing a drone near a school in Shakarabad, wounding two civilians and prompting evacuations; Baku blamed Iran for the attack and said Iran bears full responsibility. In Iranian Retaliation, Iran International reports that the target of the attack on Khamenei’s ground compound was his son Mojtaba, who has been marked as his successor, a detail the outlet highlights in its coverage. In US Military Role, President Trump is set to meet with executives from major defense contractors to press for boosted production as stockpiles drawn down by strikes on Iran and other operations are replenished. The talks involve companies including Lockheed Martin and RTX, with officials noting negotiations have not progressed as quickly as hoped and ongoing efforts to prioritize production over shareholder payouts. Separately, the White House said the United States is well on its way toward controlling Iranian airspace, with four to six weeks cited as a horizon for achievable objectives, as Washington weighs potential Iran leadership options amid broader regional considerations. In Regional Impacts, a British trade union says cost-cutting linked to Serco Marine’s contract is delaying the deployment of HMS Dragon to Cyprus, a move seen as part of Britain’s effort to bolster defenses near the island after a drone strike on RAF Akrotiri. Israeli officials describe the Iran situation as an ultimate test, warning that an uprising could come soon as the regime weakens, with missile fire toward Israel easing while strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon continue. In Iraq’s Kurdistan region, security sources say a drone attacked the Rotana hotel near Erbil Arjan, underscoring ongoing spillover risks as the United States warned that Iranian-backed groups may target hotels hosting foreigners. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israeli forces carried out a new wave of strikes in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district, targeting multiple command centers tied to Hezbollah and the IRGC. The targets included an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council, with the IDF stressing the sites were used to plan and execute attacks against Israel and its civilians. The military noted the operation follows a broad campaign in Lebanon and emphasized the use of precision-guided munitions and intelligence to minimize civilian harm. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71396 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889112 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71397 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889113 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-889111 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292895 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889110 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sk20jhokzg https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292894 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-889109

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 15:01

    HEADLINES Iran Missile Strikes US Base in Saudi Beirut Dahiyeh Hit as Hezbollah Stockpiles Iran Troops Desert After Khamenei Death The time is now 3:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran is reported to have launched a ballistic missile that struck a United States military base in Saudi Arabia, underscoring heightened regional tension. On the Lebanese border, five fighters were seriously wounded, and there are accounts suggesting a hidden naval front off Israel’s coast described by the commander of the Shayetet 13 unit. Reports also indicate an extremist organization is seeking to recruit members for possible attacks, while northern observers note continued Hezbollah activity amid the broader confrontation. The Israeli Air Force says it has struck more than 400 targets belonging to the Iranian regime in western Iran, including ballistic missile launchers and drone storage facilities. The military ties a drop in Iranian missile launches to damage inflicted on Iran’s launcher network. Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, Israeli jets have conducted about 2,600 sorties in 150 strike waves, dropping roughly 6,500 munitions. In one strike, an IAF aircraft identified a truck carrying an Iranian air-defense system moving within Shahroud, which was subsequently attacked and the system destroyed. Iranian Retaliation, meanwhile, is described as unsettled by the killing of the former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Some officers have abandoned their posts, leaving conscripts to stand guard with little support, according to soldiers at a Lorestan province base. There are reports of troops sleeping outdoors to avoid strike danger, and officials say leadership has not adequately addressed regular troops as the United States and Israel pledge further escalation. Regional Impacts are being felt as Britain’s HMS Dragon’s Cyprus deployment faces a delay attributed to cost-cutting that limits resupply and rearmament to regular weekday hours under a Serco Marine contract. Union officials say redundancies and staff losses have weakened support capacity. Separately, regional diplomacy surfaces as Saudi Arabia has been reported to engage in direct talks with Iran through a diplomatic backchannel in an urgent bid to de-escalate and prevent further deterioration of the conflict. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israeli Air Force carried out another wave of strikes in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district, targeting multiple command centers used by Iran’s IRGC and by Hezbollah, including an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council. The military notes these actions come as part of a broader campaign and says civilian-harm reductions are being pursued. Reuters, citing multiple sources, reports that Hezbollah spent months restocking rockets and drones with support from Iran and its own weapons factories to prepare for another war with Israel, including moving fighters from its Radwan unit to southern Lebanon and amassing an estimated 25,000 rockets and missiles. Israeli Domestic Politics are reflected in sirens heard across central Israel, underscoring the ongoing strain from the regional confrontation and the broader security situation. Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate Update notes Azerbaijan’s authorities foiled an Iran-linked plot targeting the Israeli embassy and a synagogue in Baku, with suspects including Iranian and Azerbaijani citizens and plans to assassinate a Jewish community leader in the city. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292881 https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/03/06/idf-estimates-over-60-of-irans-missile-launchers-taken-out/ https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-889107 https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889110 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sys001hok11g https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-889109 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/hezbollah-saw-new-war-israel-inevitable-and-rearmed-months-sources-say https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rj86wjot11l https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292871 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292882 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1gmqodtbg

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 14:35

    HEADLINES Iranian missiles hit Israel Tel Aviv spared Iranian officers abandon posts after Khamenei death US closes in on Iranian airspace The time is now 2:34 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Sirens sounded across central Israel amid a missile attack from Iran. Tel Aviv was spared this time. In Iranian Retaliation, Iranian officers abandon posts, conscripted troops amid US and Israeli strikes - report. Since the killing of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, confusion has erupted within the Iranian military. Several soldiers stationed at a base in Lorestan province told Iran International that many commanders had, fearing strikes, abandoned their posts, leaving conscripted soldiers behind without support. Some soldiers have been spending nights in open areas outside the base for fear of being hit in an airstrike, and leadership was not paying adequate attention to the needs of the regular troops. The report comes as the United States and Israel have vowed an escalation in the campaign. In US Military Role, White House says US well on way toward controlling Iran airspace. The United States is well on its way toward controlling Iranian airspace, with officials saying achievable objectives should be completed in four to six weeks. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke to reporters about the effort, and said Washington was considering potential candidates to lead Iran, while President Donald Trump said there would be no deal with Iran beyond unconditional surrender. In Regional Impacts, UK warship’s Cyprus deployment delayed amid claims of ‘9-to-5’ contract. A British trade union said a cost-cutting Defence Ministry contract awarded to a contractor slowed resupply and rearmament services to office hours, delaying the Dragon, a Royal Navy destroyer, from joining patrols near Cyprus after threats linked to Iran. The union cited reductions in staffing and resupply capacity, with redundancies and departures affecting readiness. Israel boosts security for missions, tourists abroad amid ‘concrete threats’ during Iran war. The Shin Bet and Foreign Ministry announced increased security measures for Israelis abroad and for missions worldwide, with emphasis on the Middle East, Europe and Africa. Officials said these overt and covert measures include enhanced rapid-response procedures, emergency evacuation capabilities and closer cooperation with local security authorities at Israeli missions and gathering sites abroad. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, IDF strikes IRGC, Hezbollah command centers in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district. The Israel Defense Forces said it struck multiple command centers used by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Hezbollah, as part of more than 500 strikes on targets in Lebanon since the start of the operation. Targets included an IRGC Air Force command center, a Hezbollah naval unit command center, a Hezbollah financial unit, and a Hezbollah Operating Council, all described as used to plan and execute attacks against Israel. The military said it took steps to minimize civilian harm, including the use of precision-guided munitions, aerial surveillance, and enhanced intelligence. Azerbaijan foils Iran-linked plot targeting Israeli embassy and synagogue in Baku. Azerbaijani authorities said they foiled an Iranian-linked plot to attack the Israeli embassy and a synagogue in Baku. Report: Hezbollah knew war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months. A monitoring report claimed Hezbollah believed war with Israel was inevitable and had been rearming for months, with estimates of about 25,000 rockets and missiles and a redeployment of Radwan fighters to southern Lebanon. אזרבייג'ן חושפת: סוכל תכנון איראני לפגוע בשגרירות ישראל במדינה. An Azerbaijani briefing reported that Iranian plans to strike the Israeli embassy in the country were foiled, reinforcing the ongoing spillover of regional tensions. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://t.me/selena_updates/57340 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-889107 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/white-house-says-us-well-way-toward-controlling-iran-airspace https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889110 https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-boosts-security-for-missions-tourists-abroad-amid-concrete-threats-during-iran-war/ https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-889109 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1gmqodtbg https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rj86wjot11l https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292871

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 14:02

    HEADLINES Iranian officers abandon posts as leadership collapses Iran missiles target Kuwait UAE and Israel US moves thousands out of Middle East The time is now 2:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Operation Lion's Roar, Iranian officers abandon posts amid US and Israeli strikes, according to Iran International, with commanders fleeing after the death of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and conscripts left without adequate support; soldiers report confusion about command structure and deteriorating security, with some troops spending nights outside the base for fear of airstrikes and leadership not addressing the needs of regular troops. The report follows a campaign described by the United States and Israel as escalating. A separate item accompanying the report shows footage of the Israeli Air Force on its way to strike targets in Iran. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, red alert sirens were heard across central Israel as Iran continued to fire missiles at Israel. Reports tied missiles to targets including a US base and the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait and the UAE’s Al Dhafra base, with a cruise missile intercepted east of Al Kharj in Saudi Arabia. On the Lebanon front, five fighters were reported seriously wounded near the Lebanon border. The Israeli military said it struck an Iran Revolutionary Guard Corps headquarters in Beirut that served the IRGC air force, along with three Hezbollah sites used by the group's naval force, executive council, and financial division. Lebanese footage also showed an Israeli airstrike destroying a multi-story building in Beirut's southern suburbs; the IDF says it has hit more than 500 targets across Lebanon since Hezbollah attacked Israel on Monday, including 170 rocket launchers, and more than 100 targets today alone, including a number in Beirut's southern suburbs. In Iranian Retaliation, sirens sounded across central Israel amid a missile attack from Iran, with Tel Aviv reportedly spared this time. In US Military Role, at least seven KC-135R Stratotankers with the US Air Force are returning to air bases in Israel after supporting fighter operations today, possibly by F-22 Raptors, over the Persian Gulf. In Regional Impacts, air raid sirens sounded across central Israel in cities including Tel Aviv, Petah Tikva, Ramat Gan, Givatayim, Herzliya, Bnei Brak, Holon, Bat Yam, Rishon LeZion, Raanana, Kfar Saba and Rehovot, as well as communities in the West Bank. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran conducted a new wave of strikes targeting Middle East bases, including missiles aimed at bases in Kuwait and the UAE, as well as toward a US base and the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, and at UAE’s Al Dhafra Air Base. Iranian missiles were also aimed at Kurdish armed groups in Iraq’s Kurdistan region. Saudi Arabia said a cruise missile was intercepted east of Al Kharj. Bahrain’s Interior Ministry reported attacks, saying a hotel and two residential buildings in Manama were hit by Iranian missiles early in the day, according to Iran International. A joint statement by the United States, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE condemned the strikes. In Beirut, the Israeli military said it struck IRGC headquarters and Hezbollah facilities in waves of airstrikes, and Lebanese footage showed a multi-story building destroyed in Beirut’s southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold. In US Policy Concerning Israel, President Trump said the United States is quietly moving thousands of people out of various Middle Eastern countries amid the military conflict and asserted there would be no deal with Iran, only unconditional surrender, touting Operation Epic Fury and the cooperation with “wonderful Israeli partners” to destroy Iran’s drone and missile capabilities. He noted Kurdish fighters had begun ground activity inside Iran near the Iraqi border, potentially opening an additional front, while Russia was said to be aiding Iran. White House officials said the Iran war could end in four to six weeks and that the United States is close to controlling Iranian airspace with enough weapons for the campaign, while evaluating potential leadership for the country after the conflict. A separate White House statement said the aims of the operation could be achieved in four to five weeks. An internal State Department cable described US efforts to prevent repatriations of Iranian crew and survivors from a sunk Iranian warship, with Sri Lanka offloading crew from a second Iranian vessel in its custody. The reporting underscores the widening geographic scope of the conflict and ongoing post-conflict planning. In Israeli Economy and Business, Israeli outbound flights are set to resume early Sunday, limited to 70 passengers per plane, with a maximum of two narrow-body aircraft departing per hour from Ben Gurion Airport, as repatriation flights are approved and inbound flights gradually reopen to help thousands of Israelis stranded abroad since the airspace closure began. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. 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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 13:02

    HEADLINES Iran Attacks Israel as Sirens Wail Iranian Retaliation Targets US Bases Kuwait UAE Netanyahu Vows Completion of War Goals The time is now 1:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Sirens sounded across central Israel amid a missile attack from Iran. Sirens were heard across central Israel as missiles were launched from Iran. In Iranian Retaliation, Iran launched a new wave of strikes against several Middle East targets, including military bases in Kuwait and the UAE, with missiles directed at a US base in Kuwait and at the UAE's Al Dhafra Air Base, where US forces are stationed, and targeting Kurdish opposition groups in Iraq. Iran warned Iraq's Kurdistan regional government not to host hostile forces along the border. Saudi Arabia said a cruise missile was intercepted east of Al Kharj. Bahrain reported attacks, saying a hotel and two residential buildings in Manama were hit. A joint statement by the United States, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE condemned the strikes. A separate Hebrew report notes a ballistic missile strike on a US base in Saudi Arabia. In US Military Role, the United States will respond to Iranian attacks on civilians throughout the Middle East, CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper said. He noted Iran has attacked 12 countries since last week's US-Israel strikes on the Islamic Republic, including seven attack drones aimed at civilian neighborhoods in Bahrain. "This is unacceptable and will not go unanswered," he stated. In Regional Impacts, Magen David Adom said there were no reports of injuries or fatalities from the latest salvo, with medics treating a few people hurt while heading to shelters. Residents reported hearing loud booms, and alarms were sounded in some areas. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israeli Air Force is targeting Hezbollah positions in the Beqaa Valley, including weapons complexes and logistical centers in Nabi Sheet and the Baalbek ridge. Reports also indicate Israel backing Kurdish plans to seize border areas in western Iran, with thousands of fighters gathering on the Iraqi side of the border and preparations to launch within a week; sources say Israel has held talks with Iranian Kurdish factions for about a year. A separate Reuters report describes Israel’s long-running engagement with Iranian Kurdish groups, which has included discussions about potential cross-border actions. Tyre, southern Lebanon is also noted in the context of the broader spillover. In US Policy Concerning Israel, Trump said the United States is quietly moving thousands of people out of Middle Eastern countries amid the conflict, reiterating that there will be no deal with Iran and that the US will only accept the regime’s unconditional surrender. He touted Operation Epic Fury and claimed the United States, with “wonderful Israeli partners,” is destroying Iran's drone and missile capabilities, adding that launchers are struck within minutes of a missile launch. He noted that Kurdish fighters have begun ground activity inside Iran near the Iraqi border and that Russia is providing support to Iran. In Israeli Domestic Politics, Netanyahu visited the Beersheba strike site and said Israel is on the path to completing all war objectives, both in Iran and Lebanon, praising the IDF and expressing full support for the soldiers and wounded. He said the nation stands behind its personnel and voiced expectation that even greater capabilities would be demonstrated as Operation Roaring Lion continues into its seventh day. Five Israeli soldiers were severely wounded and three were lightly wounded in a southern Lebanon operation on Friday, the IDF said, marking the third such incident in recent days. In Israeli Economy and Business, the Iran war is taking a toll on small businesses across Israel, with gatherings restricted and airlines avoiding the region. The Finance Ministry has estimated the conflict could cost more than 9 billion shekels per week. Business owners report canceled appointments, disrupted imports, closed facilities, and growing uncertainty, with the impact varying by sector based on how essential the service is. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. 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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 12:02

    HEADLINES Israel strikes Iran top security figure Hijazi Drone breach triggers northern Israel red alert US base Camp Arifjan hit casualties mount The time is now 12:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In Operation Lion's Roar, the Israeli Air Force continued its strikes in western Iran, targeting more than 400 aims connected to the regime, including ballistic missile launchers and storage sites for unmanned aerial systems. During the operations, aircraft identified a truck in the Harod area carrying an air-defense system and destroyed it as it tried to move the system to another location. A civilian, a young woman, was lightly injured by shrapnel from intercepts, as the campaign expanded. In a separate development, the IDF said it targeted Seyyed Ali Asghar Hijazi, described as one of Iran’s most influential figures in Khamenei’s inner circle and a key security official who was viewed as a possible successor to the supreme leader. The Israeli Air Force also released cockpit footage from its jets over Iran, with a pilot saying the fight continues around the clock and wishing Israeli citizens a safe and quiet Shabbos. In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, red alert sirens sounded in northern Israel after a drone breached the area. Earlier reports from the region described injuries and casualties tied to cross-border exchanges, including a young woman who was lightly wounded by shrapnel and several soldiers wounded near the Lebanon border. Explosions were reported west of Tehran, underscoring the widening scope of the confrontation as cross-border fire intensified. In US Military Role, heavy damage was reported at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, with the majority of American casualties occurring at that base, underscoring the strategic toll of the current hostilities in the region. In Regional Impacts, Planet Labs said it would hold back imagery for 96 hours of Gulf states targeted by Iranian drone attacks, delaying access to new high-resolution images to protect personnel on the ground; images of Iran were not included in this restriction. Separately, witnesses described sleepless nights in Tehran as explosions lit the sky and civilian casualties and infrastructure damage mounted, highlighting the human cost of daily air and missile strikes. Eastward disruption from the conflict also spread to Europe, as Denmark warned that overseas votes cast from affected regions might not arrive in time for its March 24 election due to Middle East turmoil. In US Policy Concerning Israel, a flash survey from the Jewish People Policy Institute found that 68% of connected American Jews back the United States taking military action against Iran, while 26% oppose and 7% are undecided, with support varying by political ideology. Former President Trump asserted there would be no deal with Iran and that the United States would accept only the regime’s unconditional surrender. He also asserted that thousands of people are being moved quietly, but seamlessly, out of Middle Eastern countries as the conflict unfolds. In Uplifting News, Shabbat Shalom greetings came from Israeli pilots now overhead Iran, as they shared a message of resilience and safety for Israeli citizens amid ongoing operations. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. SOURCES https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292843 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s1tz6dut11x https://t.me/JewishNews24/50702 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292840 https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7494 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71371 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71372 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/leading-satellite-firm-hold-back-gulf-state-images https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/sleepless-iranians-count-cost-war-damage-mounts https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/overseas-votes-denmark-election-may-not-arrive-time-due-middle-east-turmoil https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1292832 https://t.me/selena_updates/57330 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71366 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71365 https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-889101 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hkj2gfokzl https://t.me/JewishNews24/50701 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s1grh00uybe https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/article-889102 https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-889100 https://t.me/JewishNews24/50698 https://t.me/selena_updates/57331 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/us-moving-thousands-people-out-middle-eastern-countries-trump-says https://t.me/ILtoday/17533

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  8. 16H AGO

    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-06 at 11:02

    HEADLINES Israel broadcasts IAF cockpit footage over Iran Russia lends Iran intel to target US Five Israeli soldiers wounded near Lebanon border 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 Operation Lion's Roar, the Israeli Air Force publishes footage from the cockpit of IAF fighter jets flying over Iran. A recording captures a pilot saying, "We continue to fight, as required around the clock, and feel your support all the time. We wish you, Israeli citizens, a safe and quiet Shabbos." The release highlights ongoing air activity and serves as a message from the home front. In US Military Role, Russia is reported to be providing Iran with intelligence to target US forces in the Middle East, according to The Washington Post, citing three officials familiar with the matter. The report says Moscow has been giving Iran the locations of US warships and aircraft since the start of the war, signaling a widening involvement by a major rival. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov urged an end to hostilities and a return to political and diplomatic efforts. A Russia expert at the Washington Institute suggested that Putin’s priorities include Ukraine and that direct confrontation with the United States would be unlikely. Separately, heavy damage was reported at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, where the majority of US casualties have occurred. In Regional Impacts, alarms in the north were sounded as fighting spilled across borders. Reports describe a young woman lightly wounded by shrapnel from interception fire, with attacks and fires near the Lebanon border as Hezbollah activities intensify; Lebanese authorities note thousands have fled the area. The French Navy aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle crossed the Strait of Gibraltar and entered the Mediterranean en route to the Middle East. Experts warn that securing oil shipping lanes amid the Middle East war will be challenging: the United States and France have pledged to protect shipping, but limits on warship availability and Iran’s weaponry complicate the effort, as a sizable portion of the world’s crude and LNG moves through the Strait of Hormuz. French President Emmanuel Macron spoke of building a coalition to restore and secure traffic through Hormuz, the Suez Canal, and the Red Sea. In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, five Israeli soldiers were badly wounded by anti-tank fire near the Lebanon border, with three other Givati soldiers lightly wounded. Hezbollah said it had launched a series of operations targeting Israeli sites. The incident follows a pattern of cross-border clashes that have heightened tension along the Lebanon border, with ongoing displacement in the region and calls from northern leaders for clear war goals from IDF leadership. Earlier rounds of cross-border fire and Israeli air activity prompted red alerts and retaliatory airstrikes against Hezbollah targets across southern Lebanon, as cross-border threats persist and leadership questions mount over a cohesive strategy. In US Policy Concerning Israel, a flash survey by the Jewish People Policy Institute finds that a majority of connected American Jews support the United States entering a war against Iran while fearing potential damage to Israel’s image in the United States and rising antisemitism. The poll shows 68% in favor, 26% opposed, and 7% undecided, with support varying by political ideology. Trump supporters show strong backing, while strong liberals are more divided. President Trump asserted there would be no deal with Iran and that the United States would require unconditional surrender. He also said thousands of people are being moved quietly out of various Middle Eastern countries. In policy moves, the United States lifted sanctions on UAE-based Globe Trekkers, a freight and logistics company. Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update. I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description. 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