HEADLINESIran deploys Khorramshahr 4 missile, 2,000km rangeUAE eyes Rafah housing near Yellow LineCanada replaces antisemitism envoy, invites criticismThe 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, Iran's state media reported that one of the country's most advanced long-range ballistic missiles, the Khorramshahr 4, has been deployed at an IRGC underground missile city. The weapon is described as having a range of about 2,000 kilometers and the capacity to carry a 1,500-kilogram warhead, with officials saying the deployment coincides with a shift from defensive to offensive doctrine and sends a message to regional and outside adversaries. Separately, Tasnim, linked to the IRGC, published a detailed concept for a multi-front war against the United States, outlining missile barrages, proxy escalation, and cyber operations, with hardened underground infrastructure and redundant command networks designed to survive an initial blow. The plan envisions proxies such as Hezbollah, Yemen’s Houthis, and Iran-aligned Iraqi militias expanding attacks to complicate US focus, while cyber components would target transport, energy, finance, and military networks, and it cites parallels with proxy warfare seen in Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and the Red Sea.In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Reuters published a map showing the UAE’s plans to build the “UAE Temporary Emirates Housing Complex” near Rafah, on the Israeli-controlled side of Gaza’s Yellow Line, raising questions about political viability as many Palestinians would prefer Gaza under Hamas. An Emirati official said the Gulf country remains committed to scaling up humanitarian efforts but did not confirm plans to build. In Jerusalem, authorities stalled permission for a hotel project after bereaved Oct. 7 families exposed ties between the developer and Hamas, with claims that tunnels and operational infrastructure were beneath properties used in attacks. Israel moved to confiscate equipment used for illegal construction in Area C under a new military order that authorizes impoundment, significant daily fines, and permanent confiscation of equipment if costs are not paid. Analysts note that reopening the Rafah Crossing carries risks, with the Rafah 2 model highlighting reliance on Egypt and drawing on historical lessons about such arrangements.In the US Policy Concerning Israel, right-wing commentator Tucker Carlson and US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee agreed to conduct an interview after a social media dispute in which Carlson criticized Huckabee over Christians in Israel; Huckabee invited Carlson to the talk, saying he looks forward to the conversation. The exchange has drawn attention within conservative circles and among Jewish communities as Carlson’s podcast has featured debates and at times antisemitic conspiracy theories about Israel, while Huckabee positions himself as a leading Christian Zionist ally.In the Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Canada announced it will replace its antisemitism and Islamophobia envoys with a new Rights, Equality and Inclusion advisory council. Government officials say the council will help build a more inclusive and united Canada and guide government efforts to combat racism and hate; appointees will be named later and will include prominent academics and community leaders. The move drew criticism from Canadian Jewish groups, who say scrapping the explicit antisemitism envoy could hinder targeted efforts against antisemitism. The previous antisemitism envoy, Deborah Lyons, resigned more than six months ago, citing fatigue from the effort to raise the issue in public life.In the Israeli Domestic Politics, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released his response to the state comptroller regarding the October 7 failures, arguing that the High Court imposed an unusually timed interim order and reiterating his refusal to establish a state commission of inquiry. Opposition leader Yair Lapid unveiled a five-chapter plan to improve Israel’s education system, calling for billions in investment and outlining steps to raise teachers’ salaries, address a nationwide shortage of educators, integrate the ultra-Orthodox sector, and ensure core subjects are taught in schools.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-885796https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-885780https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-885786https://worldisraelnews.com/jerusalem-stalls-permission-for-hotel-after-bereaved-oct-7-families-expose-developers-hamas-ties/https://worldisraelnews.com/...
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