Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-05-12 at 03:01

HEADLINESSystemic Oct 7 abuse report demands accountabilityIsrael approves Oct 7 attackers tribunalsCeasefire cracks as Trump weighs Iran actionThe time is now 4:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, ...A two-year independent investigation into the sexual and gender-based crimes committed during the October 7 massacre and against hostages in Hamas captivity argues that the next stage is not only documenting the crimes but determining how they can be prosecuted.The Civil Commission on October 7th Crimes by Hamas Against Women and Children, led by Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, published its report, presenting what it describes as the most extensive evidentiary record compiled to date on the sexual atrocities of October 7, 2023, and the captivity in Gaza.The report’s central contribution is not only its conclusion that sexual and gender-based violence was systemic, widespread, and integral to the attack, but its move from recognition to prosecution.It identifies 13 distinct patterns of abuse, including gang-rape, sexual violence intended to terrorize families, and coercive acts among relatives, supported by more than 430 testimonies, 1,800 hours of visual analysis, and 10,000 photographs, with the 300-page document aiming to form a historical archive of evidence.A separate editorial argues that denial must end and accountability must be pursued, noting the archive of evidence—430 testimonies, 1,800 hours of visual analysis, and 10,000 photographs—along with 13 distinct patterns of abuse and the finding that the violence was systematic and deliberate.The commission’s findings are echoed by another description of the report as a watershed moment, detailing gang-rape and kinocide, and saying the work will stand as a foundation for the archive of images and testimonies.In broader regional developments, Pakistan reportedly allowed Iranian aircraft to hide at Nur Khan Air Base near Rawalpindi while presenting itself as a diplomatic intermediary, with US officials citing CBS News on the matter. Iran is said to have moved additional aircraft to Afghanistan, actions described as shielding assets amid expanding hostilities.In Israel, lawmakers advanced a legal framework to prosecute those responsible for the October 7 attack. The Knesset approved special military tribunals for about 300 terrorists, potentially subject to the death penalty, under the 1950 Law for the Prevention of Genocide. The measure passed overwhelmingly, and supporters say it delivers justice for the gravest assault in Israel’s history.In US Policy Concerning Israel, ...President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a return to active hostilities against Iran as the fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran shows signs of collapse.The ceasefire, first announced on April 7 and later extended to support negotiations, has not produced a lasting settlement. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed by Iran, disrupting global supply chains, lifting oil prices, and threatening key sectors.CNN reports that Trump, who previously signaled patience for a breakthrough, now appears frustrated with Tehran’s approach and is contemplating renewed military action.On Truth Social, the president wrote that he is tired of what he calls Iranian “game playing,” reflecting a shift in patience as diplomatic talks stall.In Israeli Domestic Politics, ...The High Court of Justice is set to hear petitions on Tuesday challenging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to appoint Major-General Roman Gofman as Mossad chief. Gofman, currently Netanyahu’s military secretary, was approved last month by the Advisory Committee for Senior Appointments and is slated to take office on June 2 for a five-year term.The petitions, filed by the Movement for Quality Government in Israel, Forum Homat Magen LeIsrael, and Ori Elmakayes, ask the court to block or reconsider the appointment. The case centers on the Elmakayes affair, involving allegations of using a minor in an unauthorized IDF-linked influence operation tied to the 210th Bashan Division; the attorney-general contends the appointment cannot stand due to integrity concerns.In Jerusalem, hundreds of young immigrants attended the Olim Al Madim expo, where they received guidance on IDF enlistment, lone-soldier support, benefits, and housing as they prepare for mandatory service.Brazilian activist Thiago Avila returned to Sao Paulo after detention in Israel, where he alleges torture and witnessed abuses of Palestinian prisoners during ten days in custody following the flotilla interception. Avila and Spanish national Abu Keshek faced charges including aiding the enemy and contact with a terrorist organization before being released and deported; Israel has dismissed the accusations, according to the report.Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.I'm Noa Levi. 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HEADLINES- Israeli forces wipe Hezbollah cell, 350 terrorists- Former Mossad chief: Netanyahu unfit- EU sanctions Israelis, Jewish groups with HamasThe time is now 3:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israeli forces eliminated a Hezbollah launch cell that attempted to transfer a rocket launcher on a truck after firing rockets at IDF soldiers in Southern Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces also said that since the ceasefire understandings began, it has eliminated more than 350 Hezbollah terrorists and struck over 1,100 targets across southern Lebanon.In Israeli Domestic Politics, a former senior Mossad official harshly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this morning, saying the prime minister proved to Israelis yesterday that the stories about him are true and that he is not fit.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, the European Union sanctioned Israeli citizens and Jewish organizations in Judea and Samaria in the same package as Hamas officials, a move critics call morally bankrupt. Placing Jewish community builders beside the architects and defenders of October 7 creates a grotesque false symmetry, as Europe argues Israel is fighting the same Iranian-backed terror network that threatens the West.In Uplifting News, an eight-year-old boy visiting the Ramon Crater region found an over 1,700-year-old statue fragment hidden in rocks. The fragment measures about 6 by 6 centimeters and depicts a partial human figure wrapped in carefully carved folds of fabric. Dor Wolynitz from Rehovot discovered the piece during a family trip with a paratrooper reservist team, and he handed it to the National Treasures Department, receiving a certificate from the Israel Antiquities Authority for his good citizenship.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/ILtoday/19050https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76179https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320291https://t.me/ILtoday/19051https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-895768

HEADLINESThiago Avila Deported After Torture ClaimsGlobal Sumud Flotilla Intercepted 100 DetainedSecond Global Sumud Flotilla Launched From SpainThe time is now 2:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Brazilian activist Thiago Avila returned to Sao Paulo on Monday following his detention and deportation from Israel, where he alleged he was tortured and witnessed abuses of Palestinian prisoners during 10 days in custody. Avila and Spanish national Abu Keshek were part of the second Global Sumud Flotilla that launched from Spain on April 12 aiming to break Israel's blockade of Gaza by delivering aid. The two men were arrested and taken to Israel after the flotilla was intercepted, with more than 100 other pro-Palestinian activists taken to Crete. Avila and Keshek were held on suspicions of offenses including aiding the enemy and contact with a terrorist group; both denied the allegations. They were released on Saturday and handed to immigration authorities for deportation. Avila said, "My return was simply a correction of a serious violation. I was kidnapped by Israel, I wasn't imprisoned." He added that he and Keshek suffered "all kinds of violations" during their detention, noting that Palestinian prisoners in nearby cells experienced worse treatment.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/international/article-895856

HEADLINESTrump weighs resuming war after Iran offerKnesset approves tear gas ban with footageIsrael bars YouTuber over antisemitic contentThe time is now 1:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, Trump 'seriously considering resuming war' after latest Iranian proposal - report, US President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a return to military action against Iran as negotiators clash over Tehran's latest proposal. Aides told CNN that the proposal, described by Trump as unacceptable, along with the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz and divisions within Iran's leadership, are pushing him toward resuming the war with the regime. Trump told reporters that the ceasefire was "on life support" after the latest offer and reiterated that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. The report notes the United States and Iran appear to be operating on different timelines, with Iran believing it can withstand economic pressure longer than another round of fighting. After a security cabinet meeting on Sunday, officials said there is a low chance of immediate attacks, and any major shift would likely follow President Trump's planned visit to China. The meeting reportedly featured a hawks-versus-doves debate, with two clear positions discussed.In Israeli Domestic Politics, מליאת הכנסת אישרה פה אחד: הסוף לשימוש בנוזל "בואש" בהפגנות, the Knesset unanimously approved a law ending the use of tear gas for dispersing demonstrations. The new statute requires that any use of tear gas be documented in full visual footage, ensuring a high-quality, audible record. The law also says that anyone claiming harm from tear gas can request access to the footage from the police.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Israel bars YouTuber Tyler Oliveira over alleged antisemitic content, Israel's Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli confirmed on Monday that right-wing YouTuber Tyler Oliveira has been barred from entering Israel, accusing him of coming to the country with the aim of spreading hatred. The videos he produced about Orthodox Jewish communities have drawn widespread criticism for promoting antisemitic stereotypes and mischaracterizing Jewish communities as corrupt; Oliveira has argued that his videos expose fraud in Kiryas Joel and Lakewood and have drawn millions of views. He has participated in interviews, including one with Tucker Carlson, while relations between Israel and the guest have drawn attention; Carlson claimed he was detained at an Israeli airport during an interview with a US ambassador. Mamdani’s New York : Islamists attacked a synagogue and worshippers last night.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Mamdani’s New York : Islamists attacked a synagogue and worshippers last night.In Israeli Economy and Business, רמי לוי ואושר עד בטופ - טיב טעם ושופרסל בסוף: המחיר של מוצרי החלב, a market survey conducted ten days before Shavuot reveals price gaps of hundreds of shekels across 215 dairy and cheese products among major chains. Rami Levi and Osher Ad lead with the smallest gap, while Tiv Ta'am and Shufersal Diel sit at the higher end. For a basket of those dairy products, one shopper paid 2,847 shekels while another, in a different chain, paid 3,516 shekels—a difference of 669 shekels, roughly a quarter of the total.In Uplifting News, התפצלו ונעלמו בוואדי: כך חולצו ארבעת המטיילים מנחל עוג, volunteers from the regional rescue unit completed the rescue of four foreign hikers who were lost in Nahal Arug and stranded after dark. A drone identified two of the missing, and a ground team joined them to guide them out of the canyon. The remaining two hikers were found further along the canyon and were brought out with the others. All were reported in good condition and continued the journey together.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-895852https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320240https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895853https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76176https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320237https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320243

HEADLINES- Trump Eyes Resuming War With Iran- US Denmark Plan Three Greenland Bases- Israel Bars Tyler Oliveira Over HateThe time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, aides close to the president say Trump is seriously considering resuming the war with Iran due to the way negotiators are handling the latest Iranian proposal, which he has called unacceptable, alongside the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and divisions within Iran’s leadership. The president told reporters the ceasefire is on life support and that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, while officials caution there is a low chance of immediate attacks resuming and any major shift would likely follow a visit to China. The security cabinet meeting reflected a hawks-versus-doves debate on how to proceed. Separately, reports indicate the United States and Denmark are in advanced talks to establish three new American military bases in southern Greenland.In Regional Impacts, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held separate calls with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to discuss Iran and efforts to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait has effectively been closed by the conflict and represents the biggest disruption to the energy market in history; before the war, about 20% of global oil and LNG shipments passed through the strait, and Iran has blocked nearly all ships passing through, except its own. Washington has imposed a blockade of Iranian ports, and the president has criticized Western allies for not doing enough to back the United States in the war that began with air strikes in February. Iran’s responses have included strikes on Israel and Gulf states that host US bases.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Eurovision opens in Vienna amid scrutiny over Israel’s participation and voting campaigns. The contest begins with a cloud of controversy as five European public broadcasters boycott Israel’s participation, and several broadcasters will not broadcast the show. Israel’s contestant Noam Bettan, 28, will perform the ballad Michelle in the first semifinal; the song, sung largely in French, was co-written by Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative last year and a survivor of the Hamas-led Nova massacre of October 7, 2023, who took second place with New Day Will Rise.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli confirmed that right-wing YouTuber Tyler Oliveira has been barred from entering Israel, accusing him of coming with the aim of spreading hatred. Oliveira has faced backlash over videos alleging fraud in Hasidic enclaves in upstate New York and New Jersey, which garnered millions of views and drew criticism for promoting antisemitic stereotypes about Jewish communities. Oliveira had recently given an interview to Tucker Carlson after being detained at an Israeli airport in a prior incident.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-895852https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76173https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/us-top-diplomat-discusses-iran-strait-hormuz-uk-and-australiahttps://www.jpost.com/international/article-895850https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320228https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320227https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1320225https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895853

HEADLINESTrump eyes Iran strikes amid Hormuz crisisHariri airport hacked with anti-Hezbollah messageIsrael bars Tyler Oliveira amid antisemitism rowThe time is now 11:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, President Trump is seriously considering resuming major combat operations against Iran, a move tied to Tehran’s latest proposal which he has called unacceptable. Aides briefed on CNN say the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and divisions within Iran’s leadership are key factors shaping the calculus toward a renewed conflict. After a security cabinet meeting, officials described only a low chance of immediate attacks in the short term, with some noting that any major shift would likely follow the president’s planned visit to China. The discussions at the White House reflect a hawks-versus-doves dynamic, with some urging a tougher path and others pushing diplomacy. Separately, Reuters reports that Trump heads to China with modest aims and seeks China’s help to resolve the Iran war, focusing on a handful of deals—beans, beef, and Boeing jets—as analysts say a foreign policy showing is sought. A CNN analysis adds that Trump has grown frustrated with Iran’s handling of negotiations to end the war, particularly over the Strait of Hormuz, and that administration officials are divided on next steps, ranging from targeted strikes to renewed diplomacy.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Lebanon’s Rafic Hariri International Airport was the target of a hackscreen message directed at Hezbollah and Iran. The message framed the airport as not belonging to Hezbollah or Iran and warned Hassan Nasrallah that he would not win, adding that Lebanon will not fight on behalf of others and calling to keep the airport free from their influence. The exchange underscores the spillover potential of regional tensions and the pressure points surrounding weapon transfers and external interference.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said right-wing YouTuber Tyler Oliveira has been barred from entering Israel, accusing him of coming to spread hatred after a series of videos that critics say trafficked in antisemitic stereotypes about Orthodox Jewish communities. Oliveira has faced broader allegations of antisemitism, and his interactions with media figures have kept the controversy in the public eye. In New York City, anti-Israel activists bearing Hezbollah and Palestinian flags demonstrated across from the Young Israel of Midwood during an Israeli real estate event, chanting provocative slogans and raising signs that called for abolishing Israel, while a main banner referenced Hamas iconography. Police separated protesters and counter-protesters, with a cordon preventing any march directly onto the synagogue property.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-895852https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/analysis-stung-iran-war-trump-heads-china-need-winshttps://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76171https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76172https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895853https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-895848

HEADLINESTrump Eyes Resuming Major War with IranUAE Strikes Iran Assets as Iran RetaliatesUS Sanctions Iran's Oil Trail to ChinaThe time is now 10:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, President Trump has grown frustrated with how Iran is handling negotiations to end the war and is now more seriously considering a resumption of major combat operations than he has in weeks. He is particularly impatient over the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and what he sees as divisions within Iran’s leadership hindering nuclear talks. Officials inside the administration remain divided on the next step: some advocate a tougher course, including targeted strikes to weaken Iran, while others urge the White House to pursue diplomacy.In Regional Impacts, The United Arab Emirates was behind some of the recent strikes against Iranian assets, including the early April attack on Lavan Island refinery, according to The Wall Street Journal. The UAE carried out the strikes covertly in response to Iran targeting Emirati civilian and energy infrastructure, and Iran later launched drones and missiles against targets in the UAE and Kuwait in retaliation, though there was no official confirmation of UAE involvement at that time. The United States reportedly welcomed the UAE’s initiative, with officials saying the administration expected more active participation from Gulf nations during the war, and the UAE has been among the countries hardest hit by the conflict economically due to airspace closures and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as physically from Iranian attacks.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, hackers at Rafic Hariri airport displayed a message directed at Hezbollah and Iran, stating that the airport does not belong to Hezbollah and Iran and that Hassan Nasrallah won’t win, with Lebanese citizens saying they will not fight on behalf of others and criticizing weapon transfers that fuel the conflict. The message emphasized that Lebanon’s airport should be free from outside influence.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Washington announced sanctions on three individuals and nine companies for aiding Iran's oil shipments to China, with entities based in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman affected by the designations under OFAC. Treasury officials said the measures target networks moving Iranian crude on behalf of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as part of a broader effort to cut Iran off from financial networks that support weapons development, nuclear work, and proxies in the region. The move comes ahead of a planned meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping as Washington presses Beijing to help resolve the standoff and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The State Department also offered a reward of up to $15 million for information that disrupts the IRGC’s financial operations.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, New York City anti-Israel groups protested outside the Young Israel of Midwood over hosting an Israeli real estate event, chanting phrases including "Brick by brick, wall by wall, Zionism will fall," while waving Palestinian and Hezbollah flags and clashing with police who separated protesters from counter-protesters; the demonstration followed a separate protest at the Park East Synagogue earlier in the week. In the United Kingdom, Dylan Ossei was convicted of religiously aggravated assault, religiously aggravated fear of violence, and religiously aggravated harassment after he assaulted people on Enfield streets while asking if they were Jewish, with prosecutors saying the crimes targeted the Jewish community and spread fear among residents.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/beholdisraelchannel/76171https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjiiuge1gghttps://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-895845https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76172https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-895849https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hka11rlejglhttps://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-895848https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-895847

HEADLINESTrump Reignites Iran War Drive After TalksUAE Quietly Backed Strikes on Iran AssetsUS Sanctions Target Iran Oil to ChinaThe time is now 9:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, President Donald Trump is increasingly leaning to renew military action against Iran following growing frustration inside the White House over stalled negotiations with Tehran, according to Israeli media Ch. 12 reports Monday night citing senior US officials. The reports said Trump had initially hoped to secure a diplomatic agreement but became disappointed after Iran allegedly rejected key American demands conveyed through mediators. A senior US official quoted in the report said “everyone understands where this is heading,” while another reportedly suggested the military option had returned to the forefront after what officials described as a breakdown in confidence between the two sides.In Regional Impacts, The United Arab Emirates was behind some of the recent strikes against Iranian assets, such as the attacks on Lavan Island's refinery at the beginning of April, The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. According to the report, the UAE carried out the strikes secretly as a response to Iran targeting Emirati civilian and energy infrastructures. Iran later sent another barrage of drones and missiles against both the UAE and Kuwait in response to this attack, even if there was no official confirmation of who was behind it at that time. The Emirati government didn't publicly confirm its participation in the strikes against Iran, which were done before the current ceasefire started. The United States silently welcomed the UAE's initiative to participate in the strikes, according to the WSJ, with officials telling the newspaper that the Trump administration expected more active participation from the Gulf nations during the war. The UAE was among the countries hardest hit by the recent war between Israel, the US, and Iran, both economically due to the closure of airspace and the Strait of Hormuz, and physically, as many Iranian attacks targeted its infrastructure.In US Policy Concerning Israel, the US government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for aiding Iran's shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman. The US Treasury move follows sanctions announced on Friday on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and components used to make drones and ballistic missiles. It comes days before US President Donald Trump's planned meeting with Xi Jinping, where he is expected to press the Chinese leader to help resolve the standoff with Iran and reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz. Treasury said the new designations by the Office of Foreign Assets Control targeted individuals and entities that helped Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps sell and ship its allotment of Iranian oil to China through a series of front companies. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration would keep using sanctions to deprive the Iranian government and military of funding for weapons, its nuclear program, or support for proxies in the region. “Treasury will continue to cut the Iranian regime off from the financial networks.” The move comes as CNN notes Trump is seriously considering renewed war as frustration with Iran grows, with reports pointing to impatience over Iran’s continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and divisions within Iran’s leadership hindering progress in nuclear talks. The State Department also announced a reward of up to $15 million for information that disrupts the financial operations of the IRGC.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Rabbi Avraham Yosef, the son of former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, condemned a growing haircut trend in Israel in which men shave off their sidelocks, or peyot, saying the practice violates Jewish law. Speaking on Kol Chai radio Sunday, Rabbi Yosef said the trend had become increasingly common among Israeli barbers and customers. “I look to the right and to the left at all the barbers of various kinds — and my heart aches,” he said. Rabbi Yosef said the responsibility does not fall solely on barbers, arguing that those requesting the haircuts also bear responsibility.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, NYC anti-Israel activists protest at synagogue against Israel real estate event, New York City anti-Israel groups held a protest at a synagogue over its hosting of an Israeli real estate event on Monday, following a protest against an event organized by the same organization at the Park East Synagogue on Tuesday. Keffiyeh-clad demonstrators gathered across from the Young Israel of Midwood on Monday evening at the behest of PAL-Awda NY/NJ, waving Palestinian and Hezbollah flags. The group sought to disrupt an exposition of the Great Israeli Real Estate event being held at the Flatbush house of worship. "Brick by brick, wall by wall, Zionism will fall," masked activists chanted during the protest, according to videos posted by demonstrators. One sign called to "Abolish Israel," as there would be "no peace on stolen land." PAL-Awda's main banner featured the red inverted triangle popularized in Hamas propaganda to denote the targeting of an enemy. New York Police Department officers separated protesters and counter-protesters, with a cordon erected to prevent a march directly on the synagogue. In the United Kingdom, Dylan Ossei, a 34-year-old Hornchurch resident, was convicted of religiously aggravated assault, religiously aggravated fear of violence, and religiously aggravated harassment when he appeared in court after pleading guilty to assaulting a man while asking if he was Jewish on Saturday. Ossei had allegedly harassed, threatened, and assaulted a 53-year-old woman, a 58-year-old man, and a 26-year-old man in Enfield, with injuries not requiring medical treatment. The Metropolitan Police noted the incidents and the CPS London North chief prosecutor Lisa Ramsarran said hate crimes like this cause harm that extends beyond the immediate victims, signaling the broader impact on communities.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. 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HEADLINESUS Eyes Renewed Action Against IranGulf Tensions Rise as UAE Strikes IranIsrael Approves Tribunal for 2023 Hamas AttackThe time is now 8:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In US Military Role, President Donald Trump is leaning toward renewing military action against Iran after growing frustration inside the White House over stalled negotiations with Tehran, with reports citing senior US officials. The discussions described an initial hope for a diplomatic agreement that waned after Iran allegedly rejected key American demands conveyed through mediators, and a senior official said “everyone knows where this is headed,” while another suggested the military option had returned to the fore following a breakdown in trust between the sides. At the Pentagon, Elbridge Colby, the US Under Secretary of War for Policy, was present for today’s meeting with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and South Korean Minister of National Defense Ahn Gyu-back. Hegseth hosted Ahn Gyu-back in Washington, and a Department of War release noted talks on increased burden-sharing with South Korea and other Indo-Pacific allies and the upcoming Korea-US Integrated Defense Dialogue set to take place later this week.In Regional Impacts, the region has seen covert strikes attributed to the UAE against Iranian assets, including an attack on Iran’s Lavan Island refinery earlier in April, carried out in response to Iranian strikes on Emirati civilian and energy infrastructure. Iran answered with drones and missiles against the UAE and Kuwait, while the United States quietly welcomed the UAE’s initiative and signaled an expectation of broader Gulf participation in the region’s ongoing hostilities. The broader conflict has left the UAE among the Gulf states most affected economically and physically, with disruptions to airspace and regional trade corridors. Separately, Pakistan quietly allowed Iran to park military aircraft at Nur Khan Air Base near Rawalpindi, including an RC-130 reconnaissance plane, even as Islamabad publicly presented itself as a mediator between Tehran and Washington. Iran also moved civilian aircraft to Afghanistan, including relocating a Mahan Air plane from Kabul to Herat during Pakistan’s March airstrikes on Kabul. Pakistani and Afghan Taliban officials denied the claims, while US officials said the arrangement appeared aimed at shielding Iranian assets from American strikes. Additional reporting notes that Iran repositioned key aircraft on bases in the region in the early days of the conflict, with discussions and counterclaims surrounding the scope of such moves and their strategic purpose.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Treasury will continue to deprive Iran’s regime of funding by cutting it off from financial networks used to support weapons programs, terrorist proxies, and nuclear ambitions, in a broad effort described as Economic Fury to destabilize the regime and its capabilities.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israeli lawmakers approved a bill establishing a special tribunal with the authority to sentence Palestinians convicted of taking part in the 2023 Hamas-led attack that triggered the Gaza war, passing 93-0 in the 120-seat Knesset, with the remaining 27 lawmakers absent or abstaining.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, a 34-year-old man was convicted of religiously aggravated assault, religiously aggravated fear of violence, and religiously aggravated harassment after an incident in which he attacked a person while asking if they were Jewish. The Crown Prosecution Service said the defendant harassed, threatened, and assaulted several individuals, and the prosecutor emphasized that hate crimes of this nature inflict fear beyond the immediate victims.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/JewishNews24/54215https://t.me/DefenderDome/20698https://t.me/DefenderDome/20697https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-895845https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76169https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/76168https://t.me/DefenderDome/20696https://t.me/DefenderDome/20695https://t.me/JewishNews24/54208https://t.me/JewishNews24/54210https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-895847

HEADLINES- Iran warns of response as ceasefire falters- EU sanctions Hamas leaders and settlers- Knesset approves historic trials for terroristsThe time is now 7:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Iranian Retaliation, Iran’s Speaker of the Parliament released a statement after President Trump said the US-Iran ceasefire is “on life support.” “Our armed forces are ready to deliver a well-deserved response to any aggression; mistaken strategy and mistaken decisions will always lead to mistaken results, the whole world has already figured this out. We are prepared for all options; they will be surprised,” he says.In Regional Impacts, China sees Iran war as warning: battlefield wins don’t guarantee victory. As fighting exposes US strengths and limits, Beijing studies Iran’s tactics, drone warfare and resilience; analysts warn China could misread lessons, as weaker foes adapt, wars expand globally and battlefield success fails to ensure political goals.In US Policy Concerning Israel, The European Union unanimously agreed on Monday to impose new sanctions on the leaders of the Palestinian Hamas group and the Israeli settler movement, diplomats said, a decision sparked by growing outrage over the devastation in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war. However, the foreign ministers of the 27-nation bloc meeting in Brussels stopped short of endorsing stronger economic measures against the Israeli government, sought by some in Europe.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Netanyahu’s Office says Israel and the US are "doing Europe’s dirty work" by fighting for civilization against Jihadist lunatics in Iran and elsewhere, and the European Union exposed its moral bankruptcy by drawing a false symmetry between Israeli citizens and Hamas terrorists. European politicians are coerced by their radical constituencies, but sanctioning Jews for living in Judea and Samaria is unacceptable; Judea is where Jews come from and Israel will always protect the rights of Jews to live in the heart of our ancestral homeland. The EU's attempts to sanction Israeli civilians are a sign of weakness and will not succeed. Knesset passes law to try Oct. 7 terrorists in historic trials. The law establishes special courts, allows capital punishment for murder and other grave crimes, and bars future prisoner releases; more than 400 suspects may be charged based on extensive evidence gathered during the war.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/JewishNews24/54205https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hkgl9jjjzghttps://t.me/JewishNews24/54204https://t.me/JewishNews24/54206https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1hi7011ml