Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-22 at 05:02

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1:08The time is now 5.01 am in New York. I'm Noah Levi and this is the latest Israel today, ongoing war report. In Operation Lions Raw, the IDF announced it is moving forward with recruitment during Operation Roaring Lion. The batch of recruits for March April 2026 is expected to number in the thousands, with many enlisting for combat roles. Major General Dado Bar Califer, head of the personnel directorate, described those choosing combat roles as an expression of the generation's voice defending the people and the state. Saying meaningful service is the clear answer to any enemy who thought the nation's spirit had weakened. He added that those who serve in combat and in support of the general staff at this historic hour become a significant link in the chain of generations and help write the next chapter in Israel's security, expressing pride in the new recruits. In direct Israel-Iran clashes, reports indicate Iran has intensified its fire toward Israel, with accounts describing missiles and drone activity in the region.

2:08There are claims of smoke rising from an air force base in the Isfahan area and a fragment of shrapnel reportedly fell near a high school in Holland. Parallel updates note a Persian language push from a Mossad linked account urging Iranians to photograph and report movements of missar-launching activity as tensions and cross-border exchanges continue. In Iranian retaliation, Iranian state media published a warning of retaliation, including a claim that 10 major energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Qwait, and the United Arab Emirates could be targeted if Iran's energy infrastructure is attacked, accompanied by a message that residents should say goodbye to electricity. In regional impacts, analysis of the Bahrain incident suggests a patriot interceptor may have exploded over the Mahazan neighborhood on Sitra Island, injuring dozens and tearing through homes. Bahrain and Washington have attributed the blast to an Iranian drone attack, with Bahrainian officials stressing that the damage did not result from a direct impact by the interceptor or the drone itself.

3:10The region faces heightened concern about Iran's next moves, including discussions about possible steps toward the United Arab Emirates, reflecting a broader sense of escalation. Observers also note hormones open to shipping for all except Iran's enemies, underscoring the volatile maritime backdrop to regional tensions. In Israeli domestic politics, the government is racing to pass the state budget as war continues, with a final vote planned for Thursday just days before the legal deadline. The opposition has filed more than 5,000 objections to filibuster proceedings, while ultra-orthodox parties are expected to back the budget despite tensions over a military draft bill. In antisemitism and anti-Jewish hate, the Australian Prime Minister was booed at a Sydney mosque over Israel's stance. Prime Minister Anthony Al-Banesh called the atmosphere inside the mosque, incredibly positive, in the immediate aftermath of the incident. In Israeli economy and business, the Treasury extended the unpaid leave benefit period.

4:11Employers can place employees on unpaid leave even at the end of April, and those employees will remain entitled to aid, as before unemployment benefits are determined by the start date of the leave rather than the date of return. So a worker who begins unpaid leave on April 28 would remain eligible for benefits through the established entitlement period. In uplifting news, Iranian women's national team, Playa Zara Armadizadeh said she rejected an offer to remain in Australia, and would stand beside the people of her country. She described her homeland as like a mother, and pledged to be in the streets with her country, suggesting a commitment to her homeland despite opportunities abroad. Thank you for tuning in to 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. The following Zippercrooter radio spot you are about to hear is going to be filled with F words.

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