Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-17 at 16:02

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 402pm in New York. I'm Noah Levi and this is the latest Israel today, ongoing war report. In direct Israeli-run clashes, the Israeli defense forces identified missiles launched from Iran toward Israel and air defense systems are actively intercepting the threat. The home front command issued a preemptive directive to mobile phones in the affected areas

1:00and the public is asked to act responsibly and follow the guidance. Citizens should enter protected spaces when a warning sounds and remain there until further notice. Exits from protected areas are permitted only after an explicit instruction with continued adherence to home front command directives. The report also notes reports of Hezbollah mobilization in Lebanon in what appears to be preparations for retaliation. In US military role, official assessments suggest that while rumours of a large-scale invasion to seize 60% enriched uranium are likely overstated. It remains possible the United States could employ ground forces in some capacity. The Jerusalem post notes that large-scale invasion plans do not appear likely and that US objectives have centered on eliminating ballistic missiles, drones, and naval threats. With about 7,000 attacks since February 28 and support for strikes on IRGC positions, while much of the targeting has been left to Israel, separately discussions about securing the Strait of Hormuz indicate that a Trump administration

2:03operation could extend the war by up to two months. With 5,000 Marines deployed to the region and more forces arriving, ships continue to gather outside the strait as officials pursue safe navigation and broader war aims. In regional impacts following the alerts, sirens are heard in the south and around the Dead Sea region in the wake of launches from Iran, signaling the spreading reach of the current hostilities and the local impact on civilian areas. In the conflict with Iran and its regional proxies, Washington has pressed Syria to consider sending forces into eastern Lebanon to help disarm Hezbollah. But Damascus remains wary of widening the war and inflaming sectarian tensions, a stance echoed by multiple officials as US Syria discussions continue. In Lebanon, Lebanese health authorities report an Israeli strike on Albeq, resulting in one death and four injuries. Hezbollah has announced a first wave of attacks as part of what it calls Operation Karibar I. Also noted, our reports of rocket fire in the northern region and missiles launched

3:06from Lebanon, underscoring the broadening spillover of the conflict across borders. In antisemitism and anti-Jewish hate, Israel's consul general in New York off-ear akunis condemned what he described as world leader silence, saying it amounts to support for Iran, speaking at the anti-deformation leagues never is now summit in New York. Akunis argued that the campaign serves the interests of the broader democratic world, alongside Israel and the United States, invoking the contrast he drew with a historical warning. Those who do not publicly back the effort are effectively aligned with the Ayatollah regime. 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.

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