Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-13 at 15:02

HEADLINES
IDF strikes Tehran amid Lion's Roar
US B-2s launch Iran strikes
Israelis in UAE warned amid attacks

The time is now 3:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF has begun strikes on Iranian terror regime targets in Tehran.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Tehran right now.

In US Military Role, CENTCOM has released footage showing B-2A Spirit Long-Range Strategic Stealth Bombers with the 509th Bomb Wing taking off from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, for strikes against targets in Iran under Operation Epic Fury.

In Regional Impacts, Israel's National Security Council issued safety recommendations for Israelis in the United Arab Emirates amid ongoing Iranian drone and missile attacks targeting the UAE and other Gulf states. The advisory urged Israelis to refrain from attending events and gatherings linked to Israel, including avoiding synagogues, businesses clearly identified with Israel, and unnecessary gatherings. The airport should generally be avoided unless holding a valid flight ticket. Employees of Israeli companies in the UAE were told to avoid reporting to offices or facilities connected to Israeli operations. Israelis are strongly advised not to take flights with layovers in the UAE due to the instability of flight operations in the region. Supplementary flight operations for returning Israelis are expected to conclude by Sunday, March 15. The NSC also shared Home Front Command guidelines for response. Alarms activated.

In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, An Israeli female pilot and navigator took out a Hezbollah missile launcher, defending Israel from Iran-backed terror.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, The US offers a $10 million reward for the heads of senior Revolutionary Guards and the Supreme Leader Majtaba Khamenei.

In Israeli Economy and Business, A handful of Greek shipowners have sent crude oil and dry bulk tankers through the Strait of Hormuz since late February, with at least ten Greek-operated ships and at least two Chinese-operated vessels crossing amid the United States-Israeli war with Iran. The moves come as oil prices rise and tanker rates surge, reflecting the strain on global energy supplies. President Donald Trump has urged ships to "show some guts" and run the strait, while the US military has declined requests for escorts due to risk. Lloyd's List Intelligence and MarineTraffic data show the movements.

In Uplifting News, the Jerusalem Municipality has long offered online and other activities for residents to cope during Iran war, providing a range of programs to help people stay engaged and supported as Operation Roaring Lion continues.

Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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