Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi
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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 2026-02-20 at 16:01

    HEADLINES Carrier group signals looming Middle East clash France orders citizens to evacuate Iran now Trump warns Iran to reach a deal The time is now 4:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, ancient Greece's Olympic truce is cited as a historical restraint on warfare, with efforts to uphold the tradition continuing, though not always successfully; at the same time, President Trump has warned Iran to reach a deal. US officials and forces have signaled heightened readiness, with a carrier strike group now in the region and plans for possible action being discussed, underscoring the risk of a broader confrontation in the Middle East. France has urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately. An Israeli official told Channel 12 that Iran has a last chance to prevent the strike. 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.ynetnews.com/article/h1kdksiowg https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287227 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68996 https://t.me/hnaftali/21339

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 15:02

    HEADLINES Trump: Iran in hell, vows swift response Carrier arrives as U.S. hard line rises Israel drills for life-altering crisis, secret base 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 the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, President Donald Trump described Iranians as very different from their leaders, calling the situation extremely sad. He cited a toll of about 32,000 deaths in a relatively short period and spoke of alleged public hangings, saying that if even one person were executed the United States would respond immediately and that he did not wait two weeks for negotiations. He said he felt deeply for the Iranian people; they were in hell. The same report notes a United States aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East, signaling a hard line as tensions rise. In Israel, the defense forces are training for a scenario that could alter life in the country, with a special forces unit operating from a secret base. An Israeli military spokesman told the public that the finger on the trigger remains on high alert. France has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran immediately. 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-1287227 https://t.me/newssil/192197 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68996

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 14:01

    HEADLINES Israel hits Hezbollah HQ in Beqaa Valley Norway and allies withdraw troops from Iraq Arab parties eye 2026 Knesset breakthrough The time is now 2:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israeli military said it struck Hezbollah headquarters in the Beqaa Valley in Lebanon that were used by militants to advance operations against Israeli forces and the state of Israel. The group is described as placing assets in civilian population centers, contravening understandings and using civilians as a shield to push its terrorist aims. The strikes were characterized as a violation of the practical understandings between Israel and Lebanon and as a threat to Israel. The IDF stated it will continue to act to remove threats to the country. Separately, the Norwegian Armed Forces Joint Headquarters told TV 2 Norway that upwards of 60 Norwegian and other allied troops have been relocated or withdrawn from Iraq in the past week as tensions rise in the Iran–United States standoff. In the Israeli Domestic Politics, as the 2026 Knesset elections approach, observers weigh how Arab parties will fare, whether they run separately or on a joint list, and what turnout might look like. Polls suggest Hadash and Ra'am would each win about five seats, while Balad is not expected to pass the electoral threshold; a united Joint Arab List could potentially reach as many as 15 seats. Turnout among the Arab public has varied over the years: roughly two-thirds to four-fifths participation in earlier decades, with estimates of about 65% in the 1973–1984 period and around 75% in the 1988–1999 period, and the article notes a turning point in Arab participation in the 2001 elections. The final shape of Arab representation and turnout remains a central question for the election landscape. 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-1287215 https://t.me/DefenderDome/18169 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887259

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 13:02

    HEADLINES Allied troops exit Iraq amid Iran-US standoff Joint Arab List may win 15 seats NYPD celebrates 25 years after 9/11 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 the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, more than 60 Norwegian and allied troops have been relocated or withdrawn from Iraq in the past week as tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified, the Joint Headquarters of the Norwegian Armed Forces told TV 2 Norway. Sweden and Germany have urged their citizens to leave Iran immediately. In Israeli Domestic Politics, with the 2026 Knesset elections approaching, questions center on how many seats Arab parties will win and whether they will run separately or on a joint list. Polls indicate Hadash and Ra'am are expected to win five seats each, Balad is not expected to pass the threshold, and a united Joint Arab List could win as many as 15 seats. Historically, turnout among the Arab public has fluctuated: it was slightly under 80% in 1949-1969, about 65% on average in 1973-1984, and around 75% on average in 1988-1999, during the period of the first Palestinian uprising and the Oslo peace process. A turning point in Arab political participation is described as occurring in the 2001 elections. In Uplifting News, nearly 25 years after 9/11, the NYPD is celebrating. 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/DefenderDome/18169 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68984 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887259 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68985

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 12:02

    HEADLINES US plans Iran strike and regime change Israel expands F-35 reach toward Iran Lajes Airfield becomes Iran strike hub The time is now 12:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US military planning on Iran has reached an advanced stage with options including targeting individuals as part of an attack and pursuing regime change in Tehran if ordered by President Trump. Two US officials told Reuters that the planning is moving forward as part of a broader blueprint for a possible sustained, weeks-long operation that could also involve strikes on security facilities and nuclear infrastructure; the officials did not detail who might be targeted or how regime change would be carried out without a large ground force. Separately, Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, said Israel has extended the flight range of the F-35 Adir so it can reach Iran and has added armaments without sacrificing stealth, describing the capability as valuable to both Israel and Lockheed, with a note that by 2027 Israel will scale back US aid. In another sign of mounting pressure, Lajes Airfield in the Azores has become a major hub of activity as the US moves assets toward the Middle East in preparation for an Iran strike. On NATO’s Cold Response 2026 exercise in Northern Norway, the United States is pulling back much of its planned air power, including F-35s, due to rising tensions with Iran. In Israel, a military source after the Lebanon attack described the operation as targeting Hamas and said Israel will not allow terror groups to establish themselves or threaten Israel; officials noted several militants were killed in the operation and the IDF spokesman emphasized the readiness to act. In negotiations, NBC News quoted a senior Trump administration official saying Washington has told Tehran it will not wait years like the Obama administration, and when pressed about a limited strike if no deal is reached, Trump said he is “considering it.” In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel’s tech and AI sector is highlighted, with the Claude AI model from the San Francisco startup Anthropic noted for its role in a US operation to capture former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro in early January, according to the Wall Street Journal. The piece describes Anthropic as a pillar of the Industry 5.0 revolution, with Claude’s deployment coming through a Palantir Technologies partnership; Palantir platforms are used by the US defense department and federal law enforcement. The Pentagon is pushing leading AI companies to provide tools on classified networks, expanding access beyond typical restrictions. The article also notes that Israel has risen to seventh place globally in a benchmark cited by columnist Solomon Maoz, and that, relative to its size, the country leads in that measure. In Uplifting News, an exclusive interview with Dorine Kesfi, former wife of singer Mati Kesfi, reveals a personal detail about his marriages: Dorine was actually his second wife, with earlier brief marriages ending in divorce. The piece contrasts the headline claim that she was the first woman to marry Mati Kesfi with the interview’s account of the chronology surrounding his marriages. 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.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887364 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68983 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68980 https://t.me/DefenderDome/18168 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287196 https://t.me/DefenderDome/18166 https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68978 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287195 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287198

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 11:02

    HEADLINES US mulls regime change option against Tehran Geneva talks progress Iran drafts ready soon Israel ramps readiness with West Bank drills 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 conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US military planning on Iran has reached an advanced stage with options that could include targeting individual leaders as part of an attack, and even pursuing regime change in Tehran if ordered by President Trump, according to two US officials. Reuters has reported that earlier planning contemplated a sustained, weeks-long operation that could involve strikes on Iranian security facilities as well as nuclear infrastructure. The latest briefing suggests more granular planning ahead of a decision by Trump, who has publicly floated the idea of regime change in the Islamic Republic. Officials stressed they could not provide details on which individuals might be targeted or how such actions would be carried out without a large ground force. Separately, Trump said he was weighing a limited strike on Iran after ordering a naval buildup in the Middle East designed to pressure Tehran to curb its nuclear program. Iran’s foreign minister said a draft proposal for an agreement would be ready in a matter of days following negotiations in Geneva, and Tehran indicated that drafts would be submitted and handed to Trump’s negotiator after final confirmation by Tehran’s side. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the two sides had agreed to submit drafts of a potential agreement, with an expectation that those drafts would be ready within the next two to three days. In Washington, officials noted that talks had progressed but offered no details on concessions. Separately, prosecutors say two former Google employees and one sister’s husband are accused of using their Silicon Valley roles to obtain confidential processor security trade secrets and transfer them to Iran. In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Israeli military has moved to bolster readiness amid rising tensions, with reserve soldiers from the 8109 battalion of the Shomron Brigade conducting a large-scale drill to sharpen preparedness for intense combat in the West Bank and regional theaters during a period of heightened security. A special unit stationed at a secret base was described as outlining how Iran might operate if tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz, with the IDF spokesman telling the public that “the finger on the trigger is taut.” The IDF said it is increasing readiness through a divisional drill in the north and a wave of arrests in the West Bank. On the political front, President Trump said he is considering a limited strike, while Israel’s defense establishment indicated there would be no change in guidelines ahead of Shabbat. IDF Brigadier General Effie Defrin said Israel remains prepared defensively and “has its finger on the trigger,” and Iran offered a calming message in response to the latest 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://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887364 https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/02/trump-says-weighing-strike-iran-tehran-says-draft-deal-coming-soon https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/02/exclusive-us-strikes-iran-could-target-individual-leaders-officials-say https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rjbhvludwl https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287182 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s10mkwiuwl

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 10:03

    HEADLINES Three Killed as Hamas HQ Hit Lebanon Trump Considers Limited Iran Strike Ford Carrier Rolls Into Mediterranean The time is now 10:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, at least 3 people were killed in an attack on the Hamas headquarters in Lebanon. Lebanese media reported three Israeli strikes on a building in the Hatien district of the Ain al-Halweh refugee camp in Sidon; the Israeli military said a Hamas headquarters was targeted in the same area. The IDF later confirmed it had struck a Hamas headquarters in Ain al-Halweh in southern Lebanon. In a separate development, President Donald Trump said he is considering a limited strike on Iran when asked about it. In diplomacy, Iran's foreign minister said Geneva talks are focused on steps to prove the nuclear program is peaceful, while a report says the US envoy seeks to separate the nuclear issue from missiles and proxies and pursue an economically beneficial deal, with Trump addressing only the nuclear file. In US Policy Concerning Israel, a dramatic Western report ahead of Shabbat notes remarks by President Trump and civil defense guidance being shared for safety. Separately, the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has entered the Mediterranean Sea after crossing the Strait of Gibraltar. In Uplifting News, Not a status, but series of moments: What it truly means to become Israeli - opinion. A British immigrant who became an Israeli citizen recounts arriving in Israel, building a life, raising a family, and facing war, and asks what truly makes someone Israeli, describing the daily moments that shape belonging. 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/68976 https://t.me/newssil/192179 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287165 https://t.me/newssil/192178 https://t.me/abualiexpress/115041 https://t.me/newssil/192176 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkc7je8uwl https://t.me/Newss0nline/58673 https://t.me/selena_updates/55547 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887241

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    Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-20 at 09:01

    HEADLINES - Germany's Merz condemns antisemitism, stands with Israel - British Oleh Hadasha's Israeli journey amid war - War reshapes belonging in Israel’s immigrant mosaic 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 Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed a conference of his party, condemning the rise of antisemitism in Germany and pledging that such hatred will not be tolerated in the country. He said Germany stands with Israel, and his remarks drew long applause from the audience. In Uplifting News, a British immigrant reflects on the journey to becoming Israeli. The writer notes that 2020 was the year they became an Israeli citizen, but a war prompted the question: what really makes someone Israeli? As an Oleh Hadasha from the UK who has worked in several companies, started a business, welcomed a child, and endured a war, they describe how those experiences shaped their sense of belonging. The first realization came after Oct. 7, when their husband was called up for miluim and fought in Gaza, and they spent about 10 days with little word from him. The piece emphasizes that belonging is built through moments and challenges, and that many immigrants navigate finding their place in a country forged from a mosaic of stories and identities. 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/abualiexpress/115038 https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887241

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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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