• Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 18:03
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESKhamenei dead as US-Israel strike escalatesJerusalem struck by missile; drones swarm northTrump vows Iran strikes after US deathsThe 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, Khamenei is dead. What happens next? Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reportedly been killed amid a joint US-Israel military offensive. As the dust settles, the question on everyone's mind is simple: what now? In a Jerusalem Post podcast, presidential historian Gil Troy and Shifra Jacobs examine the crisis in real time, with Harris's public response opposing what she called a regime change war in Iran. The discussion notes the irony that Iranian women have been among those calling for international help, and Troy weighs possible directions for the conflict, cautioning that predicting the next moves is harder than most.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the fighting on the ground remains dynamic. At least five people were injured in an Iranian ballistic missile strike in the Jerusalem area, with Magen David Adom reporting injuries and evacuations to hospitals in the city. Initial tallies varied, with six victims cited by police and five by medical responders, including individuals reporting PTSD symptoms; authorities are sweeping for shrapnel and urging the public to stay away from the site. Across the north, red alert sirens sounded as Iranian drones and attack drones continued to be fired, and the IDF carried out interceptions. Reports also indicate a drone attack against RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, prompting the deployment of a Eurofighter Typhoon as a precautionary measure. In Beit Shemesh, Gabriel Baruch Revah, 16, has been identified as one of the people murdered in the Iranian regime's missile attack. Explosions were also reported amid a possible Iranian one-way drone attack against RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, underscoring a broader pattern of aerial activity in the region.In US Military Role, President Donald Trump warned that combat operations in Iran would continue until all objectives are achieved. He confirmed three US service members were killed and suggested more casualties were likely, saying the US had hit hundreds of targets, including Revolutionary Guard facilities and Iranian air defense systems, and that nine ships plus a naval facility had been struck. He urged the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iranian authorities to lay down arms and offered immunity or face deadly consequences. He also referenced the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, describing him in stark terms as he laid out his stance on ongoing action.In Regional Impacts, security concerns are affecting multiple arenas. Israel’s national judo team was forced to withdraw from the Tashkent Grand Slam in Uzbekistan and depart immediately after a directive from Shin Bet amid heightened tensions following Operation Roaring Lion against Iran. British servicemembers stationed at RAF Akrotiri and other Cyprus facilities, along with their families, received late-night alerts describing an imminent security threat and were told to return home, stay indoors, move away from windows, and await further instruction. Reports from Cyprus described a security threat declared at RAF Akrotiri, with personnel told to shelter and await guidance. Separately, Amazon’s AWS said a UAE data center experienced power loss after objects struck the facility, triggering sparks and a fire; power to the affected zone was cut as crews worked to extinguish the blaze, with restoration expected to take several hours and other zones remaining operational.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, analysis suggests shifts in the regional dynamic. A Syrian Foreign Ministry statement condemned Iranian attacks on Arab states and affirmed solidarity with them, signaling a move away from axis-based politics toward restoring Arab relations. Earlier, in Iraq, several large explosions were heard after an Iranian one-way attack drone intended for the US Embassy Compound was intercepted and crashed near Baghdad International Airport, highlighting the fragility of security across the region.In US Policy Concerning Israel, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the United States has asked to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missiles stored in depots or launchers, and Britain has approved the request for that limited purpose. Starmer stressed that the UK is not involved in the joint US-Israel strikes on Iran and will not participate in further waves of strikes, while underscoring that a negotiated settlement remains the preferred path for region-wide stability, even as Iran continues to retaliate and strike British interests.In Uplifting News, in light of the security situation, a program offering free entertainment for children is being announced. The ticket-voucher initiative will provide a variety of free children's shows to families as a support during the ...
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 17:03
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESIsrael aims to topple Iran regimeMissile hits road near Jerusalem five hurtUS uses AI to shape Iran strikesThe time is now 5:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, Israel pressed its offensive against Iran with clear resolve. Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barkat told a Sunday Kol Barama interview that Israel must keep the operation at full force and not miss the opportunity to deal a severe blow to the Nazis in Iran. He framed the campaign as a decisive moment, saying the prime minister’s approach, with US backing, has created a unique window to topple the Iranian regime. Barkat warned that negotiations should not slow the effort, insisting that every day of inaction worsens Iran’s position and that overthrowing the regime would meet the war’s goals, while stressing that Iran remains the lifeblood of regional terror.Separately, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed a wide range of airstrikes across Tehran as part of Operation Roaring Lion, targeting the IRGC headquarters, its intelligence headquarters, and its air force headquarters, among other facilities. The military described at least one site as used to manage and carry out terror acts against Israel and other Middle Eastern countries. A Tasnim News Agency report, affiliated with the IRGC, claimed the IDF struck the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting center in Tehran, though the IDF had not confirmed that report at the time. The military also noted that in the opening wave of the operation, 40 senior Iranian commanders were killed within a minute, describing the strikes as a preemptive blow against Iranian leadership.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iranian missile strikes wounded at least seven people in the Jerusalem area, with Magen David Adom reporting injuries including a 45-year-old man in moderate condition and several others in light condition. Emergency crews evacuated the injured to hospitals as police swept the area for missile shrapnel and urged the public to stay away from the strike site. This remains a developing story.Additionally, alerts followed a drone incursion in the north after renewed Iranian fire; a missile hit a road near Jerusalem, injuring five people. Beit Shemesh residents were described as struggling to process the disaster. In US Military Role, a former top commander of US Cyber Command described cyber operations as a tool to disrupt Iran’s military capabilities and to pressure senior regime officials to defect. He described an information warfare campaign intended to convey that lives depend on backing the Iranian people's wishes for regime change, with messaging directed at the IRGC, the regime, and the security forces, reinforced by on-the-ground actions.Separately, reporting suggests the United States has used advanced AI to shape operations, with a Wall Street Journal account noting that Claude, Anthropic’s AI model, supported the recent joint Israeli-American strikes on Iran. CENTCOM has been described as forward-leaning in experimenting with emerging technologies. The AI’s role is said to involve open-source intelligence tasks such as map assessment and real-time monitoring of Iranian media to support targeting and situational awareness.In Regional Impacts, Amazon’s cloud unit AWS said a data center in the United Arab Emirates temporarily lost power after objects struck the facility, triggering sparks and a fire. Fire crews shut power to the site while work to extinguish the blaze continued, and AWS said it would take several hours to restore connectivity in the affected availability zone, with other zones in the UAE region functioning normally. The UAE has faced Iranian retaliatory missile and drone strikes hitting airports, ports, and residential areas across the country and the wider Gulf.France, Germany, and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement saying they were prepared to defend their interests and those of their Gulf allies if necessary by taking defensive action against Iran. The leaders condemned Iran’s indiscriminate attacks as reckless and disproportionate and said they would defend their interests and those of their partners in the region, potentially enabling proportionate defensive actions to neutralize Iran’s ability to fire missiles and drones at their sources, while pledging cooperation with the United States and regional partners.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iranian-backed militias have launched drone attacks on US bases in Iraq, increasing concerns that Iraq could become the next frontline in the widening conflict. The group Saraya Awliya Al-Dam claimed responsibility for targeting American bases in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, on March 1, with reports of explosions near the airport. Iraq hosts tens of thousands of Iranian-backed militias and has a large Iranian dissident presence, creating a volatile landscape as the United States maintains ...
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 16:02
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESAirstrikes hit Tehran IRGC HQsJerusalem attacked, rockets injure severalIran hits Isfahan Ahvaz, US base BahrainThe time is now 4:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF carried out a wide range of airstrikes against targets in Tehran as part of the operation, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps headquarters, its intelligence headquarters, the IRGC's air force headquarters, and its internal security headquarters, the military said. One site was described as used by IRGC units to plan and carry out terror acts against Israel and other Middle Eastern countries, and another as a base used by Iranian intelligence to run the regime's military operations. Meanwhile, the IRGC-affiliated Tasnim News Agency claimed strikes hit the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting center in Tehran, pausing a state broadcast, though the IDF had not confirmed that claim at the time. IRIB had been struck previously in June as part of Operation Rising Lion. Earlier on Sunday, the IDF said the IAF killed 40 senior Iranian commanders within a minute in the opening wave of Operation Roaring Lion, described as a preemptive blow.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, rockets were fired at Jerusalem, with video showing interceptions and the moment a ballistic missile struck a road in the Jerusalem area, injuring several people, most of whom were in a vehicle. Initial casualty reports described five wounded, including one seriously, and later updates listed seven injured, one of them in a serious condition. Observers described a large crater and debris at the impact site in central Israel.In Iranian Retaliation, reports in Iran described attacks in Isfahan and Ahvaz, and Iran also conducted an attack on a US forces base in Bahrain. Civil officials noted seven people injured from the latest barrage in Jerusalem as hostilities continued.In Regional Impacts, foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council said they reserve the right to respond to these hostilities under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter. At the same time, home-front authorities updated that it is permissible to exit the protected area but to remain in proximity to shelter.In US Policy Concerning Israel, former president Donald Trump said he expects the Iran war to last about four weeks.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, residents in Shechem cheered as missiles from Iran headed toward Jewish communities, with statements that the day would come and that those responsible would pay.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/middle-east/iran-news/article-888433https://t.me/newssil/193487https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290799https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290798https://t.me/newssil/193482https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70135https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70139https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70137https://t.me/hnaftali/21716https://t.me/abualiexpress/115987https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hkwwvxztbehttps://t.me/DefenderDome/18485https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290797https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7337https://t.me/newssil/193483https://t.me/ILtoday/17291https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7336https://t.me/DefenderDome/18484https://t.me/DefenderDome/18483https://t.me/DefenderDome/18486https://t.me/Newss0nline/60942https://t.me/newssil/193481https://t.me/ILtoday/17290https://t.me/newssil/193484
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 15:02
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINES- Israel wipes out 40 Iranian commanders- Red alerts as missiles strike southern Israel- Khamenei death reshapes regional power dynamicsThe time is now 3:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF says it carried out a wide range of airstrikes against targets in Tehran as part of the operation, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps headquarters, its intelligence headquarters, the IRGC’s air force headquarters, and its internal security headquarters. One site described as used by IRGC personnel to plan and carry out terror acts against Israel and other Middle Eastern countries, and another used by Iranian intelligence to coordinate the regime’s military operations. Tasnim News Agency, affiliated with the IRGC, claimed the strikes hit the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting center in Tehran, pausing a news broadcast from Tehran’s state broadcaster; the IDF has not confirmed that claim. In the opening wave of the operation, the Israel Air Force killed 40 senior Iranian commanders within about a minute, a sweeping move described by the military as a preemptive blow.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Tasnim News Agency reports more eliminations as confirmed: the Deputy Chief of Staff has been eliminated; the Commander of the Logistics Directorate has been eliminated; the Head of the Planning and Operations Directorate has been eliminated; the Deputy Commander of the Logistics Directorate has been eliminated. A Hebrew briefing mourns the deaths of Ronit Elmalich and her mother Sara in a rocket strike today in Beit Shemesh. Following the latest Iranian fire, medics treated a 45-year-old man with facial injuries and evacuated him to Sheba Medical Center, with others treated for minor injuries and shock. A 40-year-old man was treated for facial injuries from glass shards in Kiryat Ono. Iran is described as using cluster munitions to harm as many Israelis as possible. A sinkhole opened on a road in Ramat Gan following shrapnel impacts. Red alert sirens were heard across southern Israel as missiles continued to be fired from Iran.In US Military Role, former president Donald Trump is quoted as saying, “We sunk 9 ships of the Iranian Navy – they have a great navy,” asserting that nine Iranian vessels were struck.In Regional Impacts, analysis notes that the killing of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was seen by Israel as a moment of justice, while the broader world faced escalation, with proxies such as Hezbollah, Islamic Jihad, and Hamas involved in the regional dynamics. The piece quotes the description of Khamenei as the architect of a strategy to encircle Israel with armed proxies and advance Iran’s nuclear program, and it cites officials calling him the head of the Iranian “octopus” spreading terror. It references New York Times and Wall Street Journal headlines about his death. A report from the Shag’at Ha’ari volunteers near Petah Tikva describes a rescue response to a reported strike zone near a nearby settlement, with searches underway and no injuries reported beyond property damage. The coverage also includes an item titled The last two barrages.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, reports note an enemy aircraft penetration into the frontline area near Metula, marking continued hostilities along the border as clashes persist.In US Policy Concerning Israel, new footage circulated showing moments when statements by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump were broadcast during Iranian television, highlighting the interplay of leadership remarks amid the ongoing crisis.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/middle-east/iran-news/article-888433https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70125https://t.me/newssil/193461https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290774https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290773https://t.me/ILtoday/17288https://t.me/newssil/193459https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7334https://t.me/Newss0nline/60935https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888423https://t.me/Newss0nline/60934https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70123https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290771https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290768
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 14:02
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESIran's direct attack reshapes region, Israel strikesTrump eyes talks with Iran, preempts voteCivil groups revive 24/7 war reliefThe time is now 2:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, former Israel Navy chief Eliezer “Chayni” Marom argued that Iran’s direct attack on Israel from Iranian soil on April 14 marked a turning point, reshaping regional alignments and exposing weaknesses in Tehran’s threat posture. He said the strike stripped away ambiguity about Iran’s role and forced regional actors to reassess their interests, noting that much of the barrage was intercepted and that Iran had promised hell but showed only a limited ability to translate threats into sustained battlefield impact. Separately, the Israeli Air Force said it had dropped about 2,000 bombs on Iran since the operation began, aiming to dismantle the Islamic Republic’s ballistic-missile program by hitting central factories, launchers, and the raw elements needed to rebuild. Officials said Iran has rebuilt to roughly 2,500 missiles after eight months and replaced about 200 launchers, underscoring the challenge of degrading Tehran’s capability; some drones were also lost to Iranian defenses in the course of the mission.In Iranian Retaliation, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran’s armed forces are now “independent and somewhat isolated,” and he described the attacks in Oman as “not our choice” in an interview with Al Jazeera. He added that he has spoken with the Omani and Qatari foreign ministers about the matter, calling the situation a developing story.In Regional Impacts, the Kremlin’s double game is evident as condemnations of the attack against Iran sit alongside possible gains in Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin offered condolences after Khamenei’s killing but remained publicly silent on the broader fallout. Washington’s focus on Iran and the potential for a surge in oil prices could ease some pressure on Russia in Ukraine, while posing a risk to China’s energy lifeline.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, reporting from Israel’s arena notes continued rocket fire toward Israel, with public discussion of ongoing alerts and the need to heed Home Front Command guidance. The report also cites claims that technical actions and broader regional dynamics are shaping responses to the current escalation, including references to US military actions and their casualties amid the broader confrontation.In US Policy Concerning Israel, a respected analysis says the timing of a potential strike on Iran may have been moved up to preempt a congressional vote opposing military action there, reflecting Trump’s view of removing Iran as a nuclear threat and his reaction to domestic political dynamics after earlier war-power votes. The White House later confirmed that President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke, underscoring ongoing coordination. In a separate interview with The Atlantic, Trump said Iran’s new leadership wants talks with Washington and indicated he would consider speaking with Iranian representatives, though he did not specify timing. He added that some Iranian officials involved in recent contacts may no longer be alive following what he described as a major strike, as US and Israeli forces continued a campaign tied to regime-change aims, with US officials reporting casualties in the operation.In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Rishon Lezion Magistrate’s Court lifted the travel ban on Prime Minister’s Office chief of staff Tzachi Braverman, enabling him to leave Israel to take up the post as ambassador to the United Kingdom. The court cited changed circumstances created by the ongoing war with Iran as the reason for the reversal, canceling the exit ban and easing contact restrictions with Braverman’s boss, though limits remain on discussing the investigation and on who else he may contact, with some restrictions extending through March 10. The judge noted that the outbreak of Operation Roaring Lion shifted the balance of considerations, likely slowing investigative activity and altering timetables for related testimony.In Uplifting News, as Israel’s Iran front widens, civil society initiatives have returned to 24/7 emergency operation. A wave of civic groups—some new, some long established—have resumed around-the-clock coordination with local authorities, security services, and rescue forces to fill life-or-death gaps, move relief, evacuate families, provide psychological support, and counter disinformation. Tinokot Shel HaChayim (Babies of Life) is among those reopening expanded logistical networks, reflecting a pattern seen since prior rounds of conflict and now reactivated to meet the needs of an intensified front.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...
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 13:03
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESIsrael Drops 2000 Bombs on IranOver 1000 Basij Killed in StrikesIran Strike Timing Preempts US Congress VoteThe time is now 1:03 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 Defense Forces say they have dropped about 2,000 bombs on Iran since the operation began Saturday, a two-day pace that the air force compared to the campaign in June during Rising Lion. Officials say the goal is a comprehensive root‑level strike on Iran’s ballistic missile program, targeting central factories as well as the raw materials needed to develop missiles, with the aim of delaying any rebuilding of Iran’s missile capability. Israel notes that Tehran moved from a high of around 3,000 missiles in June to roughly 1,300, then rebuilt to about 2,500 missiles in eight months, and that launchers destroyed in June have been replaced. Air force sources acknowledge some drone losses to Iranian air defenses but say the broader objective remains to cripple the missile supply chain. Reports from Iran indicate the IDF attacked the headquarters of the Iranian Broadcasting Authority.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran’s armed forces are independent and somewhat isolated, and that attacks in Oman were not Iran’s choice, saying he discussed the matter with Oman’s and Qatar’s foreign ministers in a recent exchange. Former Israel Navy chief Eliezer Marom argued that Iran’s direct attack on Israel from Iranian territory was a grave strategic mistake, noting the strike altered regional alignments and exposed weaknesses in Iran’s threat posture; he traced a sequence beginning April 14 and said much of Iran’s barrage was intercepted, reducing Tehran’s deterrent effect. Iranian drones were observed over Damascus on a route toward Israel. Officials also reported that more than 1,000 Basij members were eliminated in today’s air force strikes. A Hebrew-language report notes concerns about the killing of motorcyclists in central Tehran.In Regional Impacts, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reports a projectile exploded in close proximity to a ship, with the crew safe and the incident under investigation. The period also includes broader notes on Iranian attacks in Manama, the capital of Bahrain.In The Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, reports describe Iranian attacks in Manama and quote a not‑surprising stance from Yemen’s Houthi movement leader opposing the killing of key Iranian figures, arguing the move would remove a major obstacle and alter regional dynamics. A separate account describes two columns of fire rising in the Jebel Ali port area in Dubai, one from an Iranian strike on a central building at the oil terminal and the other from damage inside the French base at the port.In War Policy and Politics for Israel, analysis argues that the timing of a potential military action against Iran may have been moved up to preempt an anti-war vote in the US Congress, noting President Trump’s decision to act was framed as removing Iran’s nuclear threat and responding to domestic protests; insiders also reference a prior near‑tie vote on war powers regarding Venezuela that reflected political dynamics at home. The US Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, announced it will be closed on Monday, March 2, 2026.In Israeli Domestic Politics, a magistrate’s court lifted the travel ban on PMO chief of staff Tzachi Braverman, allowing him to proceed with taking up his post as ambassador to the United Kingdom, while easing other restrictions tied to the “midnight meeting” investigation. The ruling cites the changed context of the Iran war and notes that while the exit ban is removed, some contact restrictions remain in place and further steps, including possible testimony, would be addressed around March 10.In Uplifting News, a feature recounts the tension of traveling from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem on the second day of the war, including time spent in a safe room and the decision to take a train rather than remain in the city, with reflections on the mood and the drive home. Another piece describes Purim celebrations in Tel Aviv moving underground as Operation Roaring Lion rages, with communities shifting to shelter-based observances and home‑front support. While some planned Purim activities were canceled, volunteers organized large‑scale mishloach manot and matanot l’evyonim efforts, raising funds and provisioning for those in need despite the circumstances.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/middle-east/iran-news/article-888415https://t.me/hnaftali/21704https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/...
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 12:03
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESKhamenei killed; Tehran campaign intensifiesBeit Shemesh strike: nine dead, 46 injuredUS sinks Jamaran-class Corvette, 3 soldiers deadThe time is now 12:03 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking from atop Tel Aviv’s Kirya military headquarters, said Israel will intensify its attacks on Iran in the coming days. He asserted that “yesterday we eliminated the dictator Khamenei” and that “together with him we eliminated dozens of senior officials of the oppressive regime.” He said forces are “in the heart of Tehran with increasing strength” and that this presence will grow, adding that the campaign brings “the entire strength of the IDF, as never before,” with United States support acknowledged. He described the objective as striking the terrorist regime squarely in the hip and vowed to press on, noting the campaign is in defense of Israel’s existence and its future. He also referenced those killed in the first two days of the operation Rising Lion. In separate statements, Israeli military and security figures said that with the demise of Ali Khamenei, all the leaders of terrorist networks behind the Oct. 7 attacks have been eliminated, and that senior figures across Iran’s axis of terror have been removed.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Beit Shemesh was hit by a missile strike that left nine people dead and 46 injured. Among the injured, two are in critical condition, two are in moderate condition, and 42 have minor injuries. Emergency crews transported victims to Hadassah Mount Scopus, Hadassah Ein Kerem, Shaare Zedek, and Shamir-Esaf Harofeh hospitals. The rescue effort involved rapid deployment of ambulances, advanced life support units, and on-scene care for children and adults alike as sirens and continued danger persisted. Separately, authorities identified Mary Ann De Vera, 33, from the Philippines, as one of the victims of the Iranian regime’s missile attacks in central Israel.Iranian Retaliation features a claim from the Iranian Revolutionary Guards that they struck American bases in the region, causing casualties. The report notes that the claim is regarded as completely false.In US Military Role, President Donald Trump said Operation Epic Fury against Iran is moving “very well, ahead of schedule” in a phone exchange with CNBC, adding that the operation is aimed at a violent regime and that things are moving in a positive direction. He later reiterated in a Fox News interview that “48 Iranian leaders were wiped out in one shot.” The United States also said it struck a Jamaran-class corvette in the Gulf of Oman, sinking the vessel at Chah Bahar, and called on Iran’s armed forces to lay down their weapons and abandon ship. CENTCOM confirmed that three US soldiers were killed and five were wounded in Yemen as part of Epic Fury, with additional personnel suffering minor injuries. The command said the situation remains fluid as operations continue in the region, and it denied Iranian claims that the USS Abraham Lincoln had been struck, noting the carrier continues to launch aircraft in support of CENTCOM. Opposition sources in Iran were cited as reporting several US airstrikes on a port at Chah Bahar in the southeast of Iran.In Regional Impacts, columns of smoke rose over Manama, the capital of Bahrain, as Iran continued to launch both drones and missiles against the US Navy’s 5th Fleet Headquarters and other military and infrastructure sites in Bahrain.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Senator Lindsey Graham told NBC that the aim of the operation is to change the threat, not the regime. He said that when the operation ends, regardless of who takes power in Iran, there will be no ballistic missiles that can strike the United States, Israel, or the region.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/defense-news/article-888403https://t.me/ILtoday/17281https://t.me/JewishNews24/50361https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7330https://t.me/newssil/193379https://t.me/abualiexpress/115947https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290702https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/7329https://t.me/abualiexpress/115948https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888407https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888399https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-888400https://t.me/newssil/193382https://t.me/newssil/193378https://t.me/DefenderDome/18476https://t.me/newssil/193364https://t.me/newssil/193377
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  • Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 11:02
    Mar 1 2026
    HEADLINESKhamenei Assassinated as Iran Struck HardIsrael Strikes Tehran HQs to Bolster ProtestsUS Sinks Iran Corvette Yemen Toll ClimbsThe 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 opening strike against Iran is already being described as an incredible operation that will be studied by military historians worldwide. With reports the hardline regime’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was confirmed assassinated in the strike, the day’s events saw sirens in Israel persist through Sunday as missiles continued to land. Israeli officials said roughly 40 top military commanders were killed, including the chief of staff of Iran’s armed forces, and they said US and Israeli jets hit hundreds of ballistic missile sites, launchers, and multiple weapons manufacturing plants, potentially hampering Tehran’s ability to produce rockets, drones, and missiles. Iran’s retaliatory strikes continued with intensity through Sunday, including a direct hit on a Beit Shemesh building outside Jerusalem that authorities say killed at least a dozen people. Analysts are weighing what has been achieved so far and what Israelis and others in the region should expect from a weakened Iranian regime.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the IDF said it hit dozens of Iran regime headquarters used to oppress protesters. Two major headquarters struck were the Interior Ministry headquarters and the Tharallah headquarters in Tehran. Dozens of other headquarters were also struck to hinder the IRGC and Basij from organizing and to remove some heavier weapons, as Israel and the US work to gain air supremacy in Iranian airspace. The campaign is described as a shift that could help anti-regime protesters by targeting specific regime forces that have long been used to suppress demonstrations.In Iranian Retaliation, diaspora voices described a complex mix of relief that the regime’s leader was removed and anxiety about the conflict’s costs. Some in the Iranian diaspora argued the strikes should have happened earlier, after what the regime did to protesters, while others stressed the broader risks and uncertainties of the confrontation. As the fighting continued, perspectives varied from celebration of the regime’s removal to concern over regional fallout and long-term consequences.In US Military Role, the United States confirmed it struck an Iranian Jamaran-class corvette in the Gulf of Oman as part of Operation Epic Fury, with CENTCOM stating the vessel was sunk and noting the president’s call for Iran’s armed forces to lay down their weapons and abandon ship. CENTCOM also pushed back on Iranian claims of a hit on the USS Lincoln, saying the carrier was not struck. The campaign has also seen three US soldiers killed and five others wounded in Yemen as part of ongoing operations against Iran-backed targets, with additional personnel reporting minor shrapnel injuries and concussions. Washington says operations in the region remain fluid as US and Israeli efforts to degrade Tehran’s capabilities continue, and reporting indicates the overall decision to pursue war was reached later than some narratives suggested, reflecting a complex process and late intelligence that shaped timing.In Regional Impacts, regional voices describe a widening set of consequences as the confrontation unfolds. Emirati journalist Nadim Koteich told The Jerusalem Post that every surviving member of the Iranian regime is alive for a purpose, underscoring a sense that Tehran’s actions aim to extend the fight beyond borders. An emergency alert in the UAE during discussions underscored the immediacy of threat perceptions, while commentators suggested Iran’s behavior is expanding targets and compressing space for states wishing to stay out of the conflict. In the region, Hezbollah’s potential role is discussed as limited by recent developments, even as parties across the Gulf and Levant watch closely for further moves.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/middle-east/iran-news/article-888398https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888401https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888402https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888399https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-888400https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888393https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888395
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