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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-04 at 21:02

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Israel Iran clash as jets dominate skies
Iranian Su-24s near Al-Udeid shot down
Kuwait drone strike kills six US troops

The time is now 9:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Tehran’s skies are described as completely dominated by the Israeli and American Air Force fighter jets. Interceptions above central Israel have been reported, and four missiles have been noted.

In Iranian Retaliation, Another barrage from Iran is on the way. Iranian Su-24 bombers came within minutes of striking Qatar’s Al-Udeid Air Base and a key gas facility before Qatari F-15 fighters shot them down in the air force’s first air-to-air combat mission amid escalating regional attacks.

In US Military Role, a drone strike at a command center in Kuwait killed six US Army Reserve service members, including Sergeant Declan Coady of West Des Moines, Iowa; Sergeant First Class Nicole Amor of White Bear Lake, Minnesota; Captain Cody Khork of Winter Haven, Florida; Sergeant First Class Noah Tietjens of Bellevue, Nebraska; Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan of Sacramento, California; and Major Jeffrey O’Brien of Indianola, Iowa. President Donald Trump said there will likely be more losses as the conflict continues and he will attend the dignified transfers. Video footage has been released showing the moment the IRIS Shahid Sayyad Shirazi, a Soleimani-class corvette of Iran’s IRGC Navy, was targeted by a US strike off Bandar Abbas; afterward a munition, likely an anti-ship cruise missile, is seen cooking off from the ship’s flight deck.

In Regional Impacts, בעקבות זיהוי שיגורים: בדקות הקרובות צפויות להתקבל התרעות באזורים ירושלים, western Kish, לכיש, יהודה, שפלת יהודה, דן, ירקון, השפלה, בקעה, שומרון, שרון. Beit Shemesh: despite a direct hit to the shelter, most occupants survived; the Houthis have joined the battle and Gulf states are targeted by operation "Lion’s Wings," with about 110,000 Israelis abroad slated to be brought home. Iran’s missile force is weakening but Tehran may keep pace with attacks; the legendary coffee shop hit by an Iranian missile has reopened.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, US Senate Republicans backed President Trump’s Iran strikes, voting 53 to 47 against advancing a resolution to stop the air war and require congressional authorization for hostilities against Iran. Supporters described it as a move to reclaim Congress’s war-declaration role; opponents argued the action is legal and necessary to protect US forces. The measure had not advanced.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a war-weary Jerusalem marks Purim one day after the rest of the world. Early morning sirens coincided with Shushan Purim as thousands gathered for Megillah readings despite restrictions on public gatherings. Emergency regulations ban large gatherings even in shelters, but many Israelis continued celebrations; top rabbis urged adherence to guidelines, though Zoom readings do not fulfill the requirement to hear the Megillah in a prayer quorum. Purim in Jerusalem takes place a day later due to the city’s historical status.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Pastor who embraced Farrakhan, Nazi-gun enthusiast advance in Texas votes. Reverend Frederick Haynes III, a pastor who has praised Louis Farrakhan and criticized Israel, easily won the Democratic primary to replace his congregant in Texas’s 30th district. Haynes secured about 72% of the vote, drawing scrutiny from Jews and pro-Israel groups. Meanwhile Brandon Herrera, a gun-rights YouTuber and firearms manufacturer, advances to the GOP primary in the same state.

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.

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Iranian suminus 24 bombers came within minutes of striking Qatar's allude air base and a key gas facility before Katari F-15 fighters shot them down in the Air Force's first air-to-air combat mission, amid escalating regional attacks. In US military role, a drone strike at a command centre in Q8 killed six US Army reserve service members, including Sergeant Declan Cody of West Des Moines, Iowa, Sergeant First-class Nicole Amar of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Captain Cody Cork of Winter Haven, Florida, Sergeant First-class Noah Titians of Bellevue, Nebraska, Chief warrant officer three Robert Marzen of Sacramento, California, and Major Jeffrey O'Brien of Indianola, Iowa. President Donald Trump said there will likely be more losses as the conflict continues and he will attend the dignified transfers. Video footage has been released showing the moment the Irish Shaheed Sayyad-Sharazi, a Soleimani-class Corvette of Iran's IRGC Navy, was targeted by a US strike off Bandar Abbas.

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