Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-06-02 at 09:02

HEADLINES- Israel vows Iran topple as regime cracks- IDF evacuates Nabatieh residents as talks begin- Motorola to buy D-Fend for 1.5 billionThe time is now 10:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at a farewell ceremony for outgoing Mossad chief David Barnea on Monday night, asserted that Iran has paid a heavy price for its aggression, claiming that “the foundations of this terrorist regime have cracked” and that it will fall in the end. Barnea, for his part, said a change of regime in Iran is a realistic and attainable objective, a mission within reach that will require determination, perseverance, and steadfast dedication, and must remain at the forefront of Israel’s strategic priorities.In Regional Impacts, the IDF issued an evacuation notice to residents of Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon, telling them to evacuate immediately and move north of the Zahrani River for their safety. In Washington, the fourth round of talks between Israel and Lebanon has begun.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the IDF said it struck Hezbollah weapon depots, command centers, and other terror infrastructure where members of the group were operating in southern Lebanon yesterday, with the military releasing footage of the strikes.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Trump and Netanyahu called to halt a Beirut strike while Mossad chief Barnea called for toppling Iran’s regime.In Israeli Domestic Politics, State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman found Likud and Labor noncompliant in the 2024 faction accounts, ordering NIS 150,000 in public funding withheld from Likud and NIS 75,000 from Labor after the audit of 17 factions showed all but those two were compliant. The report noted that membership-registration processes can influence who appears on a party’s Knesset list. Separately, former prime minister Ehud Barak criticized Netanyahu’s handling of the Lebanon war, saying the government misleads the public and arguing that Bennett and Eisenkot would be superior successors.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a Jewish woman attending a court hearing in northern Germany said she was required to remove her Star of David necklace before entering the courtroom in proceedings against a Flensburg shop owner who displayed a sign barring Jews from entering his store; the sign provoked widespread outrage in Germany and prompted legal action.In Israeli Economy and Business, Motorola Solutions announced it will acquire Israeli counter-drone leader D-Fend Solutions for USD 1.5 billion, with close expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. D-Fend operates in more than 30 countries and is projected to generate about USD 185 million in 2026, and the deal leverages the Safer Skies Act, which authorizes local law enforcement to detect, track, and disable credible threats in US airspace. Motorola’s CEO Greg Brown described drone threats as a major near-term challenge requiring investment. Separately, Israeli weapons exports reached a record high of more than USD 19 billion in 2025, up 30% from 2024, with more than half of 2025 sales being mega-deals of USD 100 million or more; the Defense Ministry did not identify buyers. The D-Fend deal reflects surging global demand for drone defense; the company specializes in RF-based cyber takeover to seize control of hostile drones and force safe landings without kinetic interception, though its systems are not effective against camera-guided drones currently used in attacks on northern Israel.In Uplifting News, a sixth-grade student, Alon Horavitz, participating in an archaeological excavation in northern Israel, discovered a rare 1,500-year-old nicolo gemstone near the end of a three-day educational dig in the Galilee. Nicolo is a valued variety of agate that was commonly set into jewelry and signet rings during the Roman and Byzantine eras.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://t.me/JewishNews24/55159https://t.me/JewishNews24/55153https://t.me/JewishNews24/55152https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/77084https://t.me/JewishNews24/55155https://www.jpost.com/podcast/jpost-headlines/article-898112https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898120https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898107https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-897981https://t.me/newssil/202894https://t.me/JewishNews24/55162https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-898087https://t.me/JewishNews24/55163https://t.me/JewishNews24/55160https://t.me/JewishNews24/55169

HEADLINESDestruction hits Jebel Amel hospital in TyreNabatieh evacuation warning amid Lebanon strikesIsrael defense exports hit record 19.2BThe time is now 9:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Regional Impacts, authorities report widespread destruction around the Jebel Amel hospital in Tyre, a city in southern Lebanon, after air force strikes tonight.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Mark Levin criticized President Trump’s demand that Israel halt attacks on Hezbollah in Beirut, raising questions about what actions might follow if a group such as Mexican drug cartels fired missiles into the United States. Separately, the IDF reiterated an evacuation warning for residents of Nabatieh, the largest city in southern Lebanon, ahead of attacks on Hezbollah infrastructure.In US Policy Concerning Israel, reports say Trump and Netanyahu called for a halt to the Beirut strike as Barnea urged the topppling of Iran’s regime.In Israeli Domestic Politics, former prime minister Ehud Barak criticized Netanyahu’s handling of the Lebanon war, saying the government is misleading the public and arguing that Bennett and Eisenkot would be superior successors. Meanwhile, Israeli lawmaker Dr. Akram Hasson announced a caucus aimed at promoting eventual peace and normalization between Israel and Lebanon, arguing for engagement with Lebanese communities seeking stability, economic recovery, and freedom from Hezbollah through diplomatic, economic, and civilian cooperation and support for northern Israeli communities.In Israeli Economy and Business, Motorola Solutions announced it will acquire D-Fend Solutions for 1.5 billion dollars, with closing expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. D-Fend operates in more than 30 countries and is projected to generate about 185 million dollars in 2026; the deal aligns with the Safer Skies Act, expanding local law enforcement to detect and neutralize drone threats in US airspace. Motorola’s CEO Greg Brown described drone mitigation as a major near-term challenge. Separately, Israel’s defense ministry announced that the country set a new all-time defense export record for the fifth consecutive year, at 19.2 billion dollars in 2025.In Uplifting News, part three of a series addresses societal challenges in Israel, outlining proposals such as expanding the Knesset to 240 members elected by district, implementing term limits, and ensuring complete equality of social and political rights for all inhabitants regardless of religion, race, or sex, while guaranteeing freedom of religion, conscience, language, education, and culture. A separate note highlights a launch event for a new western neighborhood in Carmi Tzur, Gush Etzion, scheduled for Friday, June 12 at 8:30 a.m., promoting spacious apartments, launch pricing, favorable financing, easy access to Jerusalem, and exclusive attendee perks, with limited spaces. Finally, yesterday in Beit Shemesh, a driver’s alertness was praised as a notable act of quick response.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://t.me/abualiexpress/123612https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/77083https://t.me/selena_updates/64839https://www.jpost.com/podcast/jpost-headlines/article-898112https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898107https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898104https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-898087https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/77082https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-897981https://t.me/abualiexpress/123614https://t.me/newssil/202890

HEADLINES- Iran hidden arms factories remain operational- Israel defense sales hit record $19B- Beaufort Castle seized as Lebanon fightsThe time is now 8:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Iranian Retaliation, Iran's military industries are operating and completely hidden, Brigadier General Mohammad Jafar Asadi, a senior Iranian military commander, said on June 2. He noted that sites producing military equipment are "completely hidden from the enemy's view," signaling to the US and Israel that Iran remains capable of production. Asadi, who serves in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and is deputy commander and deputy inspector of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said Tehran has not yet revealed all of its winning cards and possesses other cards and capabilities to confront any threat. He added that while the recent war caused some damage and losses, it did not affect Iran's ability to continue military production and support its armed forces.In Regional Impacts, following the Iran war, Israel is expected to have even larger influence in the region among Arab states, despite a mix of trends. Top Israeli defense sources say the region shows contradictory dynamics: some Arab states appear inclined to draw closer to Israel for security against Iran and for what Israel can project, while others remain wary of Iran or of Israel emerging as a regional dominator. These mixed trends could translate into expanding the Abraham Accords beyond the UAE to Saudi Arabia, or could lead to distancing Israel from broader normalization efforts. The full balance will become clear when the current Iran war ends and the dust settles. The sources also pointed to broader shifts, including the UAE's exit from OPEC, signaling changes in the regional landscape. Israel's defense sales have reached a record high of USD 19 billion.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Yemeni Houthis warn Israel they will not allow Hezbollah to be isolated as Lebanon’s fighting escalates. The Houthis say they could join the war against Israel if the conflict expands into Lebanon, coordinating with Hezbollah and other members of Iran’s regional alliance as Israeli forces press deeper into southern Lebanon. Sources close to Houthi leadership told Al-Akhbar that contacts are continuing among the Houthis, Hezbollah, and other groups in the Axis of Resistance, and they warned that any Israeli escalation would be met with a unified response. They also claimed broad popular willingness to fight alongside Lebanon’s resistance. The warning comes as Israel expands its ground campaign in southern Lebanon, including the seizure of Beaufort Castle, a 900-year-old fortress overlooking the Litani River.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israeli lawmaker Dr. Akram Hasson is leading a new Knesset caucus aimed at promoting eventual peace and normalization between Israel and Lebanon. He chairs the Caucus for Peace Between Israel and Lebanon, which Hasson says was born from years of seeing Lebanon held by Hezbollah. The caucus seeks diplomatic, economic, and civilian cooperation, support for northern Israeli communities, and a broader regional framework against Hezbollah. Hasson argues that Lebanon has been damaged by Hezbollah’s control, and the caucus is designed to keep open the possibility of peace and normalization, modest in form but ambitious in scope.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-898099https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-898095https://worldisraelnews.com/houthis-warn-of-possible-attacks-on-israel-to-aid-hezbollah/https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898104

HEADLINESIran's UAE strikes signal strategic desperationIsrael gains regional sway amid Iran warKnesset launches peace caucus with LebanonThe time is now 7:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Iran signals 'strategic desperation,' as regime attacks it own economic lifeline in UAE - interview, experts say Tehran's strikes on the United Arab Emirates are a sign of strategic desperation. The UAE defense ministry said in late March its air defenses engaged 357 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,815 drones, with sporadic attacks on the country continuing despite a pause in the majority of regional hostilities. Beyond its role as a major trading partner, the UAE serves as one of Iran's principal sanctions-evasion hubs, according to experts. The US Treasury has sanctioned numerous UAE-based companies and financial institutions for facilitating Iranian petroleum and petrochemical exports, enabling the transfer of funds to Iran, and helping Tehran evade international sanctions.In Regional Impacts, following the Iran war, Israel will have even larger influence in the region among Arab states, according to top Israeli defense sources. They note mixed trends: some Arab states appear eager to be closer to Israel for protection against Iran, while others worry about Iran or about Israel's growing dominance. The full picture will become clear only when the current Iran war ends and the dust settles. The sources also point to the UAE's exit from OPEC as part of shifting regional dynamics shaping potential alignments.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israeli defense minister Katz reiterates the deterrent stance announced yesterday with Hezbollah: if there is rocket fire toward Israeli towns, the Dahieh district of Beirut will be evacuated and attacked with force. The warning was voiced yesterday toward the Americans, and if the attacks on Israeli towns continue, the equation could be realized in the coming days.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israeli lawmaker Dr. Akram Hasson is leading a new Knesset caucus aimed at promoting eventual peace and normalization between Israel and Lebanon. He says Israel should begin speaking directly with Lebanese communities that may want stability, economic recovery, and freedom from Hezbollah’s control. The caucus, called the Caucus for Peace Between Israel and Lebanon, envisions diplomatic, economic, and civilian cooperation, support for northern Israeli communities, and a broader regional framework against common threats.In Israeli Economy and Business, police thwarted a cigarette smuggling operation off the coast of Ashdod worth approximately 7 million NIS. Investigators say smugglers loaded 4,000 cartons of cigarettes onto a speedboat with the help of merchant ships; the captain and first officer, Azerbaijan nationals, were detained for questioning. As officers approached, the smugglers threw the boxes overboard to evade arrest, and the abandoned goods were recovered. The ship supplying the goods was located, and additional cigarettes were seized, bringing the total value to about 7 million NIS. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities note that about 20 million NIS in cigarettes were confiscated in the West Bank last month.In Uplifting News, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar attended the opening of Israel's new embassy in Fiji's capital, Suva, 30 years after the previous one was closed. Sa’ar said he and Fiji’s Police Minister Ioane Naivalurua signed agreements on national security cooperation and diplomatic training, calling it a historic step to deepen the Israel-Fiji friendship. The opening follows Fiji’s decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem, and the new Suva embassy is expected to bolster Israel's diplomatic presence in the Pacific region, with cooperation across security, climate policy, development partnerships, and other areas.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-898101https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-898095https://t.me/abualiexpress/123608https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898104https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898082https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898076

HEADLINESIran regime trembles after US-Israel strikesNetanyahu trial nears end amid dramaIsrael defense exports hit record $19BThe time is now 6:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Israeli Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir said last week that the stability and future of the Iranian regime were shrouded in uncertainty following the joint US-Israeli military campaigns against it. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at a farewell ceremony for outgoing Mossad Director David Barnea, said the foundations of this regime of terror in Iran have been shaken. It will never return to what it was, and I tell you—it will ultimately fall. Let anyone plotting evil against Israel know that their schemes will fail. The price they will pay will be extremely heavy.In Israeli Domestic Politics, the cross-examination phase of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's criminal trial is in its final stretch. After a delay request, the hearing began at 10 a.m., with Netanyahu informing the judges he would need to leave by 11:15 a.m. The defense sought significant delays on Tuesdays due to the transition of Netanyahu’s military secretary, Major-General Roman Gofman, to the post of Mossad chief; the High Court of Justice cleared Gofman’s appointment on Sunday. The prosecutions’ questions center on Case 2000, focusing on Netanyahu’s conversations with Yediot Aharonot publisher Arnon Mozes ahead of the 2015 election, while Netanyahu denies any wrongdoing and the situation unfolds amid Iran developments and a plea-bargain offer from President Isaac Herzog that remains on the table. In a separate development, the Housing Ministry announced that the southern regional planning committee approved depositing a plan to establish the new settlement Hanun (Ofer) in the Sdot Negev Regional Council. The plan envisions about 500 housing units across roughly 950 dunams, a regional education campus with a 12-class elementary school and an 18-class high school, a central mixed-use complex, a park-centered urban and employment hub, and a green space known as Park HaEmek to serve as a green lung and assist with stormwater management. The plan also includes smaller housing units up to 80 square meters to encourage young families and a diverse, multi-generational community.In Israeli Economy and Business, defense sources say that after the Iran war Israel is expected to expand its influence among Arab states, even as regional trends remain mixed—some Arab states seek closer ties with Israel to counter Iran, while others worry about Iran or about Israel’s growing regional role. The full picture will become clearer once the Iran campaign ends, but officials note that Israel’s defense exports have reached a record of about USD 19 billion. Separately, Israeli police and the Tax Authority said they disrupted a cigarette smuggling operation off the coast of Ashdod, seizing about 4,000 cartons valued at roughly NIS 2 million that were loaded onto a speedboat. The captain and first officer, Azerbaijani nationals, were detained; as authorities approached, they dumped boxes overboard. Police recovered the abandoned goods and later located the vessel, recovering additional cigarettes for a total estimated value of about NIS 7 million. The investigation is ongoing.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/netanyahu-downfall-of-iranian-regime-of-terror-inevitable/https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898074https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328409https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-898095https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898082

HEADLINESTargeted Gaza strike kills terrorist four injuredTel Aviv blast targets Ya'alon security lapseUS eyes European hosts for nuclear weaponsThe time is now 5:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Regional Impacts, Israeli forces carried out a targeted strike on a terrorists' vehicle on Salah al-Din Street near Al-Mazra'a School east of Deir al-Balah in central Gaza. One terrorist, Ahmed Khaled Abu Moghaseb, aged 32, was killed and four others were injured.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, former Israeli chief of staff Herzi Halevi was not expected to be awake that night. Before October seventh, Israeli Military Intelligence received intelligence suggesting Hezbollah planned to assassinate Moshe Ya'alon, a former chief of staff. The information was considered insufficient and lacking in context, but Military Intelligence alerted the Shin Bet security service, which quickly sent security guards to Ya'alon's home and advised him to stay indoors. The vague guidance also reached the office of Israel’s army chief of staff, but Halevi’s team did not alarm him. Early in the morning an explosive device detonated in Yarkon Park in Tel Aviv along Ya'alon's cycling route. When Halevi woke and learned what had happened, he told his staff, "You should have woken me up." A few weeks later, details of the incident surfaced in reporting.In United States policy concerning Israel, officials have signaled openness to deploying nuclear weapons in additional European states that host dual-capable aircraft capable of delivering such weapons, though agreement to expand hosting is not imminent. The Financial Times reported that discussions are exploring adding more countries beyond the six currently hosting these assets. Some NATO eastern flank members, including Poland and the Baltic states, were reported to be interested, with deliberations continuing within alliance channels. A Department of Defense policy official has previously said that the United States will continue to guarantee NATO members' security with its nuclear deterrent even as European allies emphasize greater conventional defense, amid broader debates over defense spending and reliance on American capabilities.In Israeli Domestic Politics, the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues amid pending delay requests. A scheduled cross-examination segment was set to begin at ten o'clock, with Netanyahu telling the judges he would need to leave by 11:15. The court said it would try to accommodate him. The defense has requested significant delays on Tuesdays due to the transition of Netanyahu’s military secretary, Major General Roman Gofman, to the role of head of the Mossad, a move the High Court had recently approved. The trial in Case Two Thousand centers on Netanyahu’s conversations with Arnon Mozes, publisher of a major newspaper, ahead of the 2015 election. Prosecutors allege bribery, fraud, and breach of trust; Netanyahu denies the charges.Also in Israeli Domestic Politics, former deputy head of the Prime Minister’s National Security Council Eran Etzion announced he is joining the Democratic Party and will run in the primaries. Etzion has long been a prominent figure in Israel’s diplomatic and security circles, having held senior roles in the Foreign Ministry, the Prime Minister’s Office, and as Israel’s consul in San Francisco. He has contributed to negotiations with Lebanon, the Palestinians, and Syria, and helped lead efforts to build strategic ties with the United States. He co-founded the public engagement firm Raizit and has been a vocal advocate for a broader regional framework. Etzion has pressed for a wide Riyadh conference that would bring regional partners together with the United States and Europe to pursue long-term political arrangements and strengthen alliances, while critiquing the lack of a clear political objective and strategy in recent years.In Uplifting News, archaeologists announced the discovery of a deep blue gemstone dating roughly fifteen hundred years old at Korazim National Park in the Galilee. The find occurred during a joint project between the Israel Nature and Parks Authority and Ariel University, aimed at engaging regional students with the history of their area. The gemstone was uncovered by twelve-year-old Alon Horvitz, a sixth-grader from Ramat Korazim, about ten minutes before the dig day ended. Dig director Achia Kohn-Tavorn of Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate once favored by Romans as a sign of wealth and status. The discovery highlights the continuing opportunities to connect people with the region’s ancient past.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://t.me/selena_updates/64831https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/06/02/the-reason-herzi-halevi-was-called-on-the-night-of-oct-7/https://www.jpost.com/international/article-898073https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898074https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328377https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898066

HEADLINESBarnea urges Iran regime topple nowHezbollah attacks persist as drones sharpenNahariya corruption raid hits deputy mayorThe time is now 4:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the Mossad’s outgoing chief, David Barnea, at a retirement ceremony, urged Israel and the agency to stay committed to toppling the Iranian regime. He argued that with Iran now at its weakest and most wounded, the moment has arrived to complete the goal of regime change, paying back a regime he said has sought to destroy Israel. He emphasized that the change in Iran’s reality through toppling the regime is possible and achievable, but will require persistence, a cool head, and unwavering dedication, with the mission remaining the top priority for future generations.In Regional Impacts, sirens were heard in Kiryat Shmona amid ongoing northern-front tensions as the regional flare-ups continue to unfold.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Hezbollah continued attacking Israel after a ceasefire announcement, with northern sirens sounding again as reports described Trump pressuring Israel not to raid Beirut and signaling that any reopening of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz would require an end to Israeli operations in Lebanon. Israel signaled to Hezbollah that the north would not remain under fire, as Security Council discussions on Lebanon escalations proceeded and Israeli officials, including Danon, accused Hezbollah of firing on Israel and failing to implement UN Resolution 1701. At the same time, Hezbollah’s nighttime FPV drones are reportedly improving, and US experts warn Israel may need to rethink how its forces operate at night due to potential additions such as thermal sensors and other capabilities.In Israeli Domestic Politics, fourteen suspects, including a deputy mayor, were arrested in a massive corruption raid in northern Israel. The operation, led by Lahav 433 with the Tax Authority and Border Police, targeted about 20 locations and resulted in the seizure of luxury vehicles, a yacht, and real estate among assets worth millions of shekels. The Nahariya Municipality confirmed its personnel were involved and that Mayor Ronen Marly has instructed full cooperation with investigators, though the city did not specify which personnel were implicated. The investigation is ongoing.In Israeli Economy and Business, Eldar Group and Leumi Partners completed the purchase of 60% control of Radko from the Rafaelis, with plans to merge Radko’s urban renewal activities with Eldar’s. The deal includes a cash infusion of 100 million shekels, valuing the merged group at about 300 million shekels, while the Rafaelis retain 40% ownership and Eldar will lead management. The deal’s adviser is Ilan Nir of Fortopino Investments.In Uplifting News, a 1,500-year-old deep-blue gemstone was discovered at Korazim National Park during an archaeological dig conducted with Ariel University and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority. Twelve-year-old Alon Horvitz, a sixth-grader from Ramat Korazim, found the gem shortly before the day's end, which a dig director identified as a Nicolo, a Romans-era agate symbolizing wealth. Horvitz expressed pride at the discovery and the praise he received from friends, teachers, and family. Separately, Eden Ben Zaken appeared in Tiberias wearing a modest, conservative look, with the article noting the reasons behind her modest styling.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-898063https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328340https://worldisraelnews.com/hezbollah-continues-attacking-israel-after-ceasefire-announced/https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328334https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkujhe3lglhttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-898065https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328331https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898066https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1328327

HEADLINESMossad chief says Iran regime topple possibleIsraeli strikes hit Lebanon villages near TyreDeputy mayor among 14 arrested in corruptionThe time is now 3:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the outgoing Mossad chief David Barnea, in a retirement ceremony late Monday night, urged Israel and the agency to remain committed to toppling the Islamic regime in Iran, saying Iran is at its weakest, most challenged, and most wounded, and that changing Iran by removing the regime is a possible and achievable goal. He described the mission as the height of a historic and important campaign and said it must remain the top priority, requiring persistence, a cool head, and commitment to the mission. In the same topic, a report from last night said Iran planned to launch missiles at Israel and to begin a preventive attack, with Tehran reportedly concerned that attacks in Dahieh were meant to pave the way for attacks in Iran soon.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israeli Air Force conducted strikes in the last hour against targets in southern Lebanon, hitting the village of Hania near Tyre and the village of Anddoriya near Saluki.In Israeli Domestic Politics, fourteen suspects were arrested, including a deputy mayor from a northern municipality, on suspicion of corruption, bribery, and other offenses, the Israel Police announced on Tuesday. The raid, which stemmed from an ongoing year-long investigation led by the National Economic Crime Unit within Lahav 433, in cooperation with the Tax Authority, resulted in the seizure of luxury vehicles, a yacht, and real estate holdings, among other assets worth millions of shekels. Approximately 20 targets in northern Israel were raided by Lahav 433, the Tax Authority, and the Border Police. The arrested individuals are suspected of involvement in serious public corruption offenses, including bribery, fraud, breach of trust, bid rigging, money laundering, and tax offenses. The Nahariya Municipality released a statement confirming that its personnel were involved, adding that Mayor Ronen Marly has instructed all relevant parties and all municipal employees to fully cooperate with the investigative and law enforcement authorities. The city did not confirm which of its personnel had been involved.In Uplifting News, an approximately 1,500-year-old deep blue gemstone was found during an archaeological dig at Korazim National Park in the Galilee, announced by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority. Twelve-year-old Alon Horvitz, a sixth grader from Ramat Korazim elementary school, discovered the gem near the end of the dig. Dig director Dr. Achia Kohn-Tavorn of Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate used in Roman jewelry and signet rings as a symbol of wealth and high social standing. The find is part of a joint project between the INPA and Ariel University to involve students in uncovering the region’s history. Also in this topic, Shireet HaTikva was sung at the opening of Israel’s embassy in Fiji.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-898063https://t.me/newssil/202858https://t.me/abualiexpress/123594https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-898065https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-898066https://t.me/newssil/202855

HEADLINESMossad chief urges Iran regime change nowLebanon ceasefire dead as Hezbollah resumes strikesUS-Israel defense tech clause faces pushbackThe time is now 2:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the outgoing Mossad chief David Barnea used a retirement ceremony to call for Israel and the agency to remain committed to toppling the Islamic regime that runs Iran, following the recent 2026 war. He said, “I promised that Iran would never get a nuclear weapon. Today, when the Iranian regime is at its weakest, most challenged, and most wounded, this is the time to complete the job, and to pay back the regime which engraved destroying us on its flag,” adding that regime change is a possible and achievable goal and that the mission must remain the top priority, requiring persistence, a cool head, and unwavering commitment.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, editors contend the Lebanon ceasefire is effectively dead, arguing that Israel should stop pretending otherwise as Hezbollah continues to pummel Israeli towns and positions. The piece notes that renewed strikes against Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut’s Dahiyeh were a response to the ongoing reality on the ground, with commentators warning that extending the pause only allows Hezbollah to regroup and improve its ability to hit civilians. The Israeli military said it conducted morning strikes in southern Lebanon, including a hit on a vehicle in the village of Tal and a follow-up airstrike in the villages Yaṭr, Hadath, and Tabnin. In Nabatieh, three Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated in their car. Separately, Axios reports that a senior Lebanese figure pledged Hezbollah’s behalf to a comprehensive ceasefire that would include an Israeli withdrawal, but President Trump understood the offer as a partial ceasefire in his discussion of the flare-up.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie teamed up to challenge a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act that would expand US-Israel defense technology cooperation. They said they would seek to remove the provision from the NDAA if it advances from committee to the floor, arguing for the sovereignty of the United States. The measure in question would require the Secretary of Defense to designate an executive agent responsible for synchronizing cooperative efforts between the two militaries, including bilateral defense technology research, development, testing, evaluation, integration, and industrial cooperation.In Israeli Domestic Politics, reports in Nahariya indicate that a municipal employee is involved in a corruption case in which the deputy mayor was arrested with 13 other suspects. City officials said the ongoing investigation concerns the Nahariya municipality and that no further details are available. Separately, Axios quotes a claim that during a Lebanon-related call, President Donald Trump criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu, saying he saved him and that others hate him and Israel, describing Netanyahu in harsh terms and signaling a tense dynamic surrounding Israel’s leadership amid the current security strain.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-898063https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-898038https://t.me/abualiexpress/123588https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/77055https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/77054https://www.jpost.com/international/article-898057https://t.me/newssil/202851https://t.me/newssil/202850

HEADLINESNorth Israel alert time extended to 90sMassie Push to Strip US Israel PactKnesset Backs Attorney General State Prosecutor SplitThe time is now 1:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Regional Impacts, the Home Front Command announced an extension of the warning time from 60 to 90 seconds in 161 communities across the north, including Haifa, the Krayot and the Carmel region. A team of experts reviewed all criteria and led a series of operational and technological adjustments. The change was presented to local authorities by the Home Front Command and takes effect today, Tuesday, at 16:00. The command will continue to review updates to the timing in additional areas as conditions allow. The extension will be reflected across all Home Front Command alert platforms—sirens, the command portal, and the Home Front Command app. The communities named include Haifa, Beit She’an, Dalit El Carmel, Fureidis, Esfiya, Kefar Tavor, Kiryat Ata, Kiryat Yam, Kiryat Bialik, Daburiya, Nesher, Kiryat Motzkin, Rakassim, Tirat Carmel, Migdal HaEmek, Kiryat Tivon, Afula, Kefar Kana, Shibli Umm al-Ghanam, Basmat Tiv’on, Akko, Ka’abiya Tavash Hajajra, Reina, Zarzir, Ramot Yishai, Ein Mahel, Nof HaGalil, Nazareth, Elqut, Mishmar HaYamim, and other communities in the north.In US Policy Concerning Israel, representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie initiated steps to strip a provision from the annual NDAA that would broaden US-Israel defense technology cooperation. They said that if the section advancing US-Israel military integration and cooperation moves out of committee, Massie will offer an amendment on the floor to remove it. The provision would require the Secretary of Defense to designate an executive agent responsible for synchronizing cooperative efforts between the United States and Israel in defense technology research, development, testing, evaluation, integration, and industrial cooperation. Massie asserted, “We are a sovereign country,” signaling his intent to challenge the measure. Separately, Trump lashed out at Netanyahu over Lebanon, telling Axios that he had cancelled planned operations in Beirut and warning that an Iran deal could be announced next week, framing the move in the context of his broader foreign policy stance.In Israeli Domestic Politics, an editorial argues that the Lebanon ceasefire is dead and that extending any pause would be a dangerous miscalculation, noting that Hezbollah has fired hundreds of rockets at Israeli targets while a renewed directive from Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz to strike Hezbollah sites in Beirut’s Dahiyeh is a necessary step to counter the threat. The piece observes that past pauses have allowed Hezbollah to regroup and rearm, increasing the risk to civilians. Separately, several Israeli officials condemned Netanyahu’s decision to cancel a strike on Beirut at the urging of President Trump, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir urging a firm stance to tell the US no, and former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot calling the move a humiliating demand, arguing Netanyahu should maintain autonomy in security decisions. Opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized what he described as treating Israel as a protectorate of the United States. In a separate development, a bill to split the role of attorney-general passed its first Knesset reading with 65 votes in favor and 47 against, moving to the Constitution, Law and Justice Committee. If enacted, the attorney-general would be paired with a separate state prosecutor, each with distinct appointment paths, a reform package defended as preventing conflicts of interest but criticized by current Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara as stage two of judicial reform and a step that could erode democratic institutions.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-1328279https://www.jpost.com/international/article-898057https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s1zx5riemghttps://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-898038https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898056https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-898054