Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-08 at 14:03

0:00President Barack Obama. Virginia, we are counting on you. Republicans want to steal enough seats in Congress to raid the next election and wield unchecked power for two more years. But you can stop them by voting yes by April 21st. Help put our elections back on a level playing field and let voters decide not politicians. Vote yes by April 21st. Paid for by Virginians for fair elections. The time is now 2.02 pm in New York. I'm Noah Levi and this is the latest Israel today, ongoing war report. In Operation Lions Raw, Israeli officials confirm a strike on a secret Iranian nuclear weapons development site named Minzadai on the northeast outskirts of Terran, described as critical to weapons work. IDF Chief Spokesman Brigadier General Effie

1:00DeFrin told a March 3 press conference the IAF destroyed the site after tracking nuclear scientists traveling there clandestinely. A move the IDF says could hinder Terran's ability to advance weaponization. The Jerusalem Post, citing Israeli sources, underscored the severity of the site. In a separate report, the Army Chief warned the campaign will continue for a long time, calling this a war of a generation. With the Air Force continuing strikes across fronts and tensions elevated on the northern border amid ongoing military activity. In regional impacts, Netanyahu's prediction fulfilled as Israel reshapes Middle East analysis. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel's response to the Hamas attack would change the Middle East. The statement made during a meeting with Southern local council leaders two days after the assault in 2023, referenced a broad aim to degrade Hamas, deter Hezbollah, and push toward changes across Syria and potentially Iran. With analysts now weighing how such goals have unfolded,

2:01as the region reconfigures under renewed conflict and shifting alliances. In the conflict with Iran and its regional proxies, Ayatollah Ali Sistani, the highest sheathe authority in the world who resides in Iraq, issues religious support for the Iranian regime, and declares a collective religious duty for all shea to participate in protests in Iran in support of the regime. The guidance, while primarily directed at shea in Iran, reflects a broader push to strengthen the regime and signals a decisive stance from the region's sheat leadership, amid proxy tensions and regional pressure, in U.S. policy concerning Israel. Half of U.S. citizens seeking help leaving Middle East turned down available, govt recommended options. The State Department says more than 32,000 Americans have returned to the United States from the Middle East between February 28 and March 8, with nearly two dozen charter flights and extensive ground transport helping evacuations, and it has directly assisted over 19,000 Americans abroad with security guidance and travel

3:03assistance through its 24-slash 7 task force. However, as of Sunday, more than half of those who requested help declined government-provided transportation options, opting to pursue alternative departures, or to remain in place. The Department will continue to assist anyone seeking to depart from Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain. The United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Israel as conditions allow. A separate note out of Jerusalem reports appreciation for Trump, with the city lighting the bridge of the winds with Israeli and U.S. flags in his honour. In Israeli domestic politics, Israelis value women's wartime role, but cite major representation gap. WIZO study finds. A study from the Rochen-K research institute shows only 23% of Israelis believe women have a tangible influence on national decision-making. Even as 58% support women, serving in significant combat roles, by 2026, just 12% of government ministers are women, with even lower numbers

4:04among ministry director generals. Rivka Newman of WIZO notes the mental toll of ongoing conflict, even as employment and economic indicators stabilise. In Israeli domestic politics, Proud to lead on international women's day. Female IDF officers on frontlines of war with Iran. The IDF says thousands of women are leading operational efforts on both the front lines, and the home front in the war with Iran. Including voices from the Navy's first female misal ship commander, who says her soldiers, and she will remain as long as needed to protect Israel and its citizens. In uplifting news, facing the Middle East spotlight's women champions for change, power in action, as international women's day is observed. Episode 19 of facing the Middle East with Fellas Freedson highlights a 50-woman initiative led by Danny Hakeem. Featuring leaders such as Han and Alsana, Nazanin of Xinjiang, Matt Kay and Donna Orenda, focusing on empowerment, Iran's crisis, leadership and regional cooperation. In uplifting news,

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6:11of war with Iran. The IDF notes thousands of women are in leadership roles across frontline and homefront duties, with the Navy's first female Missileship Commander affirming her commitment and that her unit will stay in place, as long as needed to safeguard Israel. Thank you for tuning into this Israel today, ongoing war report update. I'm Noah 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. With its two juicy beef patties and three slices of melted cheese topped with tangy big-arch sauce, the big-arch is what happens when you start making a McDonald's burger and never stop. The big-arch, the most McDonald's McDonald's burger yet for a limited time.

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