• Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-20 at 00:01
    Mar 20 2026
    HEADLINES
    Israel Iran Clash Escalates Missiles Target North
    A-10s and Apaches Hit Iran's Southern Front
    Oil Near 180 Civilians Shelter Or Slaughter

    The time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

    In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Israel strikes Tehran as Iran launches missiles toward the north, with air defenses activated across Gulf states and sirens heard in Haifa and surrounding areas. Alerts were issued only for the Golan Heights and front-line communities, raising questions about warning coverage in several northern towns. Footage circulating shows heavy bombardment of IRGC targets in Kerman, eastern Iran.

    In US Military Role, General Caine says A-10 Warthogs and AH-64 Apache gunships are now engaging along Iran’s southern flank.

    In Regional Impacts, civilians have been told they face a shelter-or-slaughter dilemma, with Brigadier General (Reserve) Dedi Simchi warning that the choice is between running to shelters for a year or risks to their children. A coordinated European-Japanese-Canadian statement condemned recent attacks on unarmed ships and civilian infrastructure in the Gulf, called on Iran to cease threats and comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817, and said they would join efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and to stabilise energy markets. Saudi Arabia is forecasting oil at about 180 dollars per barrel if the war and oil crisis continue beyond April, reflecting fears over energy supplies. In Haifa, a man was injured by a vehicle during an air-raid alert, with death reported on the scene.

    In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, an IDF paramedic and high school educator serving in reserves continues teaching his students over Zoom from combat zones in Lebanon and Syria, saying the bond between sides gives strength to both and keeps the next generation grounded. Metula’s Ayuni Pizza Bar stays open amid war with Hezbollah, with owner Daniel Dorfman describing the ongoing toll but choosing to keep serving locals and soldiers near the border, even as the region remains tense.

    In Uplifting News, Turkey is pursuing a cultural diplomacy push to bring history home. A headless bronze statue of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, dating to the second or third century and taken in the 1960s from the ancient city of Bubon near Antalya, has been repatriated as part of Turkey’s broader campaign to recover antiquities taken abroad. The repatriation involved cooperation with the US Department of Homeland Security and the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, and was aided by a newly developed AI tool for identifying cultural assets of Turkish origin. Zeynep Boz, director of Turkey’s department for combating illicit trafficking of cultural property, recalled the moment the data match confirmed the statue’s origin.

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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 23:02
    Mar 20 2026
    HEADLINESIsrael strikes Tehran as Iran fires missilesUS jets pound Iran's southern flankUAE dismantles Hezbollah Iran networkThe time is now 11:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, Israel strikes Tehran as Iran launches missiles toward the north. Air defenses activated across Gulf states as Iranian launches trigger sirens in Haifa and beyond, with alerts issued only for the Golan and front-line areas, raising questions after no prior warning in several northern communities. The IDF later said it has begun a new wave of airstrikes in Tehran, coinciding with footage showing air defense activity in the skies over the Iranian capital.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, heavy bombardment is being reported on IRGC targets in Kerman, eastern Iran, with additional reports of an attack on a residence in the city of Karg', though details are limited. Iran-linked reports describe Tehran's underground infrastructure being attacked with bunker-busting bombs, and indicate that Tehran is being pounded. Other reports note an attack on the IRGC base in Kerman and smoke arising from explosions at Parchin. Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu is quoted as saying Iran cannot enrich uranium or produce ballistic missiles, while a separate account highlights remarks attributed to Donald Trump about a possible alternative ally.In US Military Role, General Caine says A-10 Warthogs and AH-64 Apache gunships are now engaging along Iran's southern flank. US Navy sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill conduct a replenishment at sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha in the Arabian Sea, supporting Operation Epic Fury.In Regional Impacts, European Union leaders called for a moratorium on military strikes against energy and water facilities in the Middle East, urging de-escalation, civilian protection, and full respect of international law. They also urged reinforcing the Red Sea naval mission Aspides and the Atalanta counter-piracy mission in the Horn of Africa with more assets, and welcomed increased coordination with partners to ensure freedom of navigation in regional waterways. Separately, US President Donald Trump criticized allies who responded cautiously to his security demands in the region.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the United Arab Emirates says it dismantled a terrorist network funded and operated by Hezbollah and Iran, arresting its members. The network was described as involved in money laundering, financing terrorism, and threatening national security, with no immediate comment from Hezbollah or Iran. Since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran in late February, Tehran has launched large-scale missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, with hundreds of strikes directed at the UAE, including oil facilities, ports, and areas near major urban centers.In US Policy Concerning Israel, the US State Department released congressional notifications for foreign military sales totaling $16.5 billion to Gulf nations, including Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. FMS to the UAE includes Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, F-16 munitions and upgrades, Long-Range Discrimination Radar with THAAD integration, Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft Integrated Defeat System, and other equipment. FMS to Kuwait includes Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor radars. FMS to Jordan includes aircraft repair and ordnance support.In Uplifting News, Israeli nonprofit ADIR and Fiverr are launching an overnight AI marathon to combat online antisemitism. About 40 students and young tech professionals will join roughly 10 development teams to produce AI-based prototypes capable of detecting and curbing antisemitic hate in gaming and other digital spaces. The event will proceed in a distributed format due to security concerns, with participants working overnight from protected rooms, or mamads, across Israel and connected via Zoom, as organizers aim to equip companies and organizations to identify hate speech, incitement, and antisemitic abuse directed at young users online. The effort is led by ADIR in partnership with Colors, Fiverr’s philanthropic foundation, and NYU’s Center for the Study of Antisemitism, in response to rising online antisemitism since the war with Iran 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.SOURCEShttps://www.ynetnews.com/article/syuqgecczxhttps://t.me/JewishNews24/51599https://t.me/JewishNews24/51600https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298744https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73286https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73284https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73283https:...
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 22:01
    Mar 20 2026
    HEADLINESIsrael Strikes Tehran Regime InfrastructureUAE Dismantles Hezbollah NetworkEU Pushes Ceasefire Bolsters Red Sea MissionThe time is now 10:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, initial reports indicate the Israeli Defense Forces have begun a wave of strikes targeting Iran’s regime infrastructure in central Tehran. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, "I can tell you, Iran has no ability to enrich uranium and produce ballistic missiles." The coverage also notes references to commentary about US responses, including remarks attributed to Donald Trump about potential allies in the conflict, and reports that an air force commander anticipated delays by Iran in the opening strike.In Regional Impacts, European Union leaders urged a moratorium on strikes against energy and water facilities in the Middle East, calling for de-escalation, maximum restraint, civilian protection, and full respect for international law. They also said the bloc should reinforce its Red Sea naval mission Aspides and the counter-piracy mission Atalanta in the Horn of Africa with additional assets. Six major powers—Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the Netherlands—said they were ready to contribute to ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while stressing any such initiative would occur after a ceasefire; they condemned recent attacks on unarmed commercial vessels and noted that Iran’s actions have blocked the strait and affected global trade. A Greek-operated Patriot system intercepted Iranian missiles targeting Saudi oil infrastructure, marking the first operational use by Greek personnel since 2021 under a bilateral defense agreement. Following northern alarms, the incident concluded with no calls to Magen David Adom’s emergency line.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, United Arab Emirates authorities said they had dismantled a terrorist network funded and operated by Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Iran, arresting its members. The state news agency said the network was involved in money laundering, financing terrorism and threatening national security. Since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran in late February, Tehran has launched large-scale missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, with the UAE among the most heavily targeted. Emirati officials say hundreds of strikes have hit oil facilities, ports and areas near major urban centers. Iran-backed Hezbollah reportedly entered the conflict on March 2, firing on Israel from Lebanon, prompting Israel to launch extensive airstrikes on Hezbollah targets across Lebanon.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, an Israeli nonprofit ADIR and Fiverr are launching an overnight AI development marathon to combat online antisemitism in gaming and other digital spaces. About 40 students and young tech professionals will work through the night from protected rooms across Israel, connected via Zoom, to produce AI-based prototypes that could help companies and organizations better identify hate speech, incitement, and antisemitic abuse aimed at young users online. The effort follows a rise in online antisemitic rhetoric since the war with Iran began and involves partners including Colors, Fiverr’s philanthropic foundation, NYU’s Center for the Study of Antisemitism, and ADIR.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.SOURCEShttps://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298741https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-890620https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/italy-germany-and-france-offer-help-hormuz-only-after-ceasefirehttps://www.ynetnews.com/article/rymg5fc5behttps://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298740https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73278https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73276https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298739https://t.me/newssil/195993https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-890619https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73277https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-890621
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 21:02
    Mar 20 2026
    HEADLINESIran missiles strike Israel Araba man woundedUAE dismantles Hezbollah Iran-funded terror networkEU urges pause on energy water strikesThe time is now 9:01 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 Jerusalem, the West Bank, and the north after Iran fired multiple missile barrages toward Israel, with emergency responders addressing possible shrapnel impacts and no injuries reported so far. Reports also indicate launches toward central and northern Israel, and in Haifa a fragment from an intercepted ballistic missile nearly struck the person filming on a street. Alarms and shelter reminders were issued in some communities as the situation developed. Prime Minister Netanyahu said Iran does not have the capability to enrich uranium or to produce ballistic missiles. In Ar’aba, a 40-year-old man was critically injured and rushed to hospital by MDA crews after suffering life-threatening wounds.In Regional Impacts, EU leaders called for a moratorium on military strikes against energy and water facilities in the Middle East to reduce spillover effects on the global economy, and to reinforce and expand the bloc’s Red Sea naval mission Aspides and the Atalanta counter-piracy mission in the Horn of Africa, with additional assets and a emphasis on de-escalation and civilian protection in line with international law. The leaders noted coordination with partners to safeguard freedom of navigation and reduce disruption to energy flows amid heightened tensions in the region.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, UAE authorities said they dismantled a terrorist network funded and operated by Hezbollah and Iran, arresting its members on charges of money laundering, financing terrorism, and threatening national security; there was no immediate comment from Hezbollah or Iran. Iranian opposition channels on social media claimed tunnels near Ilam to Eyvan are full of missile launchers, and that the tunnel routes have been closed with communications rerouted via a side road.In US Policy Concerning Israel, analysis highlights broad GOP alignment around Trump’s approach to Iran, with polls indicating strong, near-unified support within the MAGA base for a strike. A NBC poll and a CNN readout show near-total backing among MAGA supporters for Trump’s stance, while a New York Post poll puts Trump at about 84% support versus Carlson and Megyn Kelly at about 6%. The piece notes that base sentiment does not always translate into wider public consensus and discusses the political dynamics surrounding the decision.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Prime Minister Netanyahu’s press conference today was highlighted with the full video available for viewing.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, an Israeli nonprofit and Fiverr launched an overnight AI development marathon engaging about 40 students and young tech professionals to create AI-based tools that detect and curb antisemitic hate in gaming and other digital spaces. The distributed event, conducted from protected rooms across Israel and connected by Zoom, aims to produce prototypes capable of identifying hate speech and incitement online, particularly targeting young users. Also, newly released images show the destruction inside Temple Israel Synagogue after a truck attack last week, where a terrorist armed with gasoline and explosives drove the vehicle into the building and the incident stopped just steps from a room filled with 24 children.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.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-890618https://t.me/newssil/195992https://t.me/DefenderDome/19471https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-890620https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73278https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73276https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298739https://t.me/newssil/195993https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298738https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298735https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-890619https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73277https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73275https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73274https://t.me/JewishNews24/51594https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-890621https://t.me/JewishNews24/51595
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 20:01
    Mar 20 2026
    HEADLINES
    Israel Iran clashes escalate with missiles strike
    UAE arrests Hezbollah Iran network in Kuwait
    Hebrew University dean builds crisis finance literacy

    The time is now 8:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

    In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, a sequence of incidents across northern Israel and related targets underscored the ongoing confrontation between Israel and Iran. In the north, a fragment fell in a railway operations area, causing a small fire that was quickly contained and left no injuries as rail crews work to restore service and assess the damage. In another development, received images described as showing flames from an attack on the port of Bandar Lengeh have been reported. Separately, sirens sounded in northern Israel amid an Iranian attack involving a cluster warhead missile, with property damage reported and no injuries. In a press conference, Prime Minister Netanyahu said Iran can no longer enrich uranium or produce ballistic missiles, and he noted that Hezbollah has been significantly degraded and a security corridor has been established along the border. The latest barrage included a cluster warhead missile.

    In Regional Impacts, alarms were heard across the western Galilee as the region faced the spillover from the evolving clash, with Netanyahu reiterating that Iran cannot enrich uranium or produce ballistic missiles. Alarms were also reported at Rosh HaNikra, reflecting the broader regional tension as authorities monitor potential threats and assess protective measures for communities along the border.

    In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, UAE state security officials disclosed a terrorist network believed to be run by Hezbollah and Iran, operating under cover of business fronts and engaged in suspicious financial activity linked abroad. After a recent operation in Kuwait, UAE authorities arrested five individuals and dismantled this network within the country; those detained were reported to be funded and managed by Hezbollah and Iran and to have violated economic and legal systems to launder money, fund terrorism, and threaten national security. The authorities did not disclose the nationalities of those detained.

    In Uplifting News, a message was shared for Eid al-Fitr, wishing peace-loving Muslims a joyous celebration filled with love, happiness, and blessings. On an academic note, Hebrew University Business School is guiding students through one of Israel’s most challenging periods, with a focus on preparing future leaders and strengthening financial literacy as a core capability. Prof. Orly Sade, the dean, notes she is the first woman to hold a senior finance professorship at Hebrew University, and highlights the school’s role in shaping how people think about finance and decision-making during difficult times.

    Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 19:01
    Mar 19 2026
    HEADLINESIran fires fifth salvo, rattling northern IsraelUS-Israel strike hits Iranian missile production facilityUAE arrests Hezbollah Iran terror networkThe time is now 7:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Netanyahu told a press conference that Iran can no longer enrich uranium or produce ballistic missiles, and he said Hezbollah has been significantly degraded, noting Israel destroyed much of its missile capacity and established a security corridor along the border. Footage from Haifa showed a burning fragment after a ballistic attack, and another clip described a missile with a cluster bomb warhead launched from Iran toward northern Israel. A barrage of rockets and missiles has targeted areas around Jerusalem and in the north, triggering multiple rounds of alert sirens across Beit Shemesh, the Dead Sea region, the West Bank, and northern communities. At this time there are no reported injuries from the attacks in the last hour, though authorities say the situation remains volatile as additional salvos and interceptions are reported. Red alert sirens have sounded in northern Israel as the Iranian regime continues to fire missiles, marking a fifth salvo in the past hour, with reports of interceptions confirming ongoing defensive actions.In US Military Role, US and Israeli forces struck an Iranian missile production facility this evening.In Regional Impacts, sirens are now in the north, signaling the spreading reach of the conflict as authorities warn residents to remain vigilant.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the UAE State Security Apparatus said it apprehended a terror network funded and operated by Hezbollah and Iran. Emirati authorities said the network operated in the UAE under a fictitious commercial cover and sought to infiltrate the national economy and carry out external schemes threatening financial stability.In US Policy Concerning Israel, reports indicate that Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump discussed Israel’s border policy, with Trump’s approval potentially required for a new border arrangement. Separately, a Reuters report notes that Trump told Israel not to repeat strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure as tit-for-tat attacks escalated, with energy prices rising as Iran retaliated against targets linked to Iran’s energy sector and broader regional tensions. In Israeli Economy and Business, the Hebrew University Business School is adapting its approach to business education to guide students through one of Israel’s most challenging periods. Dean Prof. Orly Sade emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and behavioral finance, noting that training future leaders includes addressing gaps in knowledge and psychological biases that affect financial decision-making.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.SOURCEShttps://worldisraelnews.com/in-a-press-conference-netanyahu-announces-iran-can-no-longer-enrich-uranium-or-produce-ballistic-missiles/https://t.me/JewishNews24/51585https://t.me/JewishNews24/51586https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkbhmg99zghttps://t.me/ILtoday/17970https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7751https://t.me/ILtoday/17966https://t.me/ILtoday/17964https://t.me/ILtoday/17968https://t.me/ILtoday/17969https://t.me/JewishNews24/51588https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/03/20/israels-new-border-pending-trump-approval/https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/03/trump-tells-israel-not-repeat-strikes-iranian-energy-crisis-deepenshttps://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-890617
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 18:02
    Mar 19 2026
    HEADLINESIsrael Kills Iran's Top Security ChiefsTel Aviv Train Station Direct HitArab Ministers Urge Iran to Cease AttacksThe time is now 6:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, three weeks into the conflict, the war's contours are becoming clearer even as questions multiply. In the span of 48 hours this week, Israel eliminated three of Iran's most senior remaining officials: Basij commander Gholam Reza Soleimani, intelligence minister Ismail Khatib, and Ali Larijani, the regime's top security official who had been coordinating Iran's wartime strategy since Ayatollah Khamenei's death. Israel referred to Larijani as "the boss of the regime." The IDF has struck over 7,000 targets. Iran's missile launch rate is reportedly down 90 percent. The navy is functionally gone. Yet for those living under the rockets, the numbers feel abstract: a couple in their 70s was killed this week while making their way to a shelter, and the Savidor Merkaz train station in Tel Aviv took a direct hit. The 90 percent figure offers little comfort when the booms are constant. Perhaps most notable is the shift among Iran's neighbors, with twelve Arab and Islamic foreign ministers issuing a joint statement calling on Iran to cease its attacks. The UAE has closed its embassy in Tehran and withdrawn all diplomatic staff.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, tensions are sharpening as missiles launched from Iran toward Israel have been identified by the IDF, with defensive systems intercepting the threat. Iranian media report an explosion at Langah port in southern Iran. In Israel, a building in Kiryat Shmona was hit, leaving a 60-year-old man seriously injured and a 70-year-old woman moderately injured. There are repeated attempts to strike Jerusalem, with ongoing reports of efforts to hit targets in the city. Jerusalem-area sirens have sounded, reflecting continued cross-border strikes and signaling the ongoing risk to civilians as defenses respond to the threat.In Regional Impacts, the home-front pressure is mounting as sirens in Jerusalem sound for the third time in an hour. Citizens across Jewish, Muslim and Christian communities are seeking shelter as warnings echo through the city. The Home Front Command has delivered a three-minute advance warning before the alarms for the third time in a row, highlighting the urgency and precarity civilians face as the crisis persists.In Uplifting News, resilience and learning continue amid disruption. The Hebrew University Business School is adapting its approach to business education to guide students through one of Israel’s most challenging periods, with dean Prof. Orly Sade emphasizing that the school is training the country’s future leaders and highlighting the crucial role of financial literacy in everyday life. In the broader media landscape, Netflix’s 2016 break with tradition with Last Chance U helped redefine docu-sport by bringing intimate access—microphones on players, cameras into locker rooms, and a candid look at behind-the-scenes moments—setting a model that influenced later documentaries. Other Netflix-focused pieces note how the genre evolved and the projects that became touchstones for viewers seeking authentic sports storytelling.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.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/podcast/article-890605https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298712https://t.me/ILtoday/17965https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298708https://t.me/hnaftali/22375https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298706https://t.me/newssil/195989https://t.me/hnaftali/22377https://t.me/hnaftali/22376https://t.me/newssil/195988https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-890617https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298709https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298707https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1298704
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-19 at 17:02
    Mar 19 2026
    HEADLINES
    Iran missiles intercepted 60-year-old man seriously injured
    Sirens echo in Modiin and south
    Golan warns Netanyahu Lebanon plan needs diplomacy

    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 Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran's missiles were intercepted successfully, with one falling in an open field. A building in Kiryat Shmona was struck, leaving a 60-year-old man seriously injured and a 70-year-old woman moderately injured. The Israeli Defense Forces warned the threat remains and called for a rapid end to the attacks. The Air Force commander indicated Iran may delay its response, and officials described the opening strike in Iran as unfolding with notable intensity. The IDF said that Iran’s military has been set back years, but cautioned the regime could become more radical and pursue nuclear weapons. The IDF also noted it has focused efforts on creating conditions for anti-regime demonstrations, though there is no clear sign those efforts will bear fruit.

    In Regional Impacts, air raid sirens were heard in the Modiin area and in the southern region following the launches from Iran.

    In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Yair Golan issued a severe warning to Prime Minister Netanyahu that Israel lacks a political strategy for Lebanon and cannot rely on military action alone without a diplomatic plan. Speaking at the northern border with Nimrod Sheffer, the former chief of staff described the need for a clear political objective and diplomacy, warning a large-scale operation inside Lebanon could pull Israel back into conflict. Hezbollah is described as being at a low point militarily, politically, and economically. In a separate note, northern Israel also heard alarms after cross-border fire from Lebanon.

    Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
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