Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-26 at 08:02

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 8.02 a.m. in New York. I'm Noah Levi and this is the latest Israel today, ongoing war report. In Operation Lion's Raw, Kat says Israel killed Iran revolutionary guard Navy chief amid Hormuz Crisis. The Defence Minister says allies at Hang Siri, blamed for mining operations and disrupting shipping in the strategic waterway, was killed in a strike as tensions mount over Iran's threats to close the strait. In direct

1:04Israeli-run clashes, interceptions in the skies of Central Israel from the latest barrage were reported. Eight launches from Iran toward Central Israel have occurred today and officials say the elimination of the entire Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps naval command has hurt them. In U.S. military role, the United States is deploying the 82nd Airborne Division and two amphibious ready groups to the Middle East, signaling readiness to back diplomacy with force if needed. At the center of the build-up is the 82nd Airborne Division, often called the All-American, noted for its ability to reach anywhere on the globe within about 18 hours, with its command staff moving into the region to support a rapid entry mission. Experts say the posture targets Iranian strategic interests, including Carg Island in the Persian Gulf, as the administration's signals are prepared response to any escalation. In regional impacts, reports from the region include 14 separate rocket, or projectile falls in the Ramallah and Al-Baya area,

2:04and an air raid siren in Malhea on the front line. The home front command later issued guidance that civilians may leave protected spaces after an assessment, and urged continued adherence to its instructions. Central Israel was updated minutes ago. In the conflict with Iran and its regional proxies, Hezbollah has fired over 600 times at Israel and Israeli forces in the last 24 hours. A spike Israeli officials say could be meant to pressure for a ceasefire on all fronts, or to push Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon. 15 soldiers of the Israeli defence forces were evacuated from southern Lebanon with hypothermia symptoms. One soldier, Staff Sergeant Auri Greenberg, was killed during operations in the area. The Galani Brigade is shown destroying more than 200 Hezbollah infrastructure locations in southern Lebanon, while other units conducted strikes across the region. Separately, Hamas tightening its grip on Gaza is analysed, as Iran's war complicates the second phase of a ceasefire, delaying progress toward a broader agreement.

3:06In US policy concerning Israel, US delaying Iran's ceasefire for one key reason analysis. Former National Security Council head Isle Hulata said President Donald Trump is unlikely to end the war without a clear achievement that prevents Iran from presenting itself as having secured a victory. Speaking to 103 FM, Hulata said the president's moves reflect a strategic calculation. With an emphasis on precise strikes to deny Iran any sense of victory, and on avoiding prolonged occupation scenarios, while keeping options available for future steps. In Israeli domestic politics, opposition lawmakers urge a probe into Netanyahu's role in appointing a trial witness. Yes, attitude members Shelley Tal-Meron and Karin El-Hirah sent a letter to the Attorney General asking to examine Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's involvement in appointing Dr. Yifat Ben-Hasejev as chair of the second authority for television and radio council. Arguing the Prime Minister should recuse himself from matters involving witnesses in his

4:08criminal case, given her prior appearance as a witness in case 4000. In uplifting news, the program pane of warriors presents a unique workshop using the live the pane method, offering knowledge and tools to help those living with chronic pain in their families. Last spots for a group opening in April in Jerusalem, with additional groups planned nationwide and participation available for a symbolic fee. A Gaza resident describes waking at five in the morning to a flood of rainwater entering their tent, leaving everything soaked, with two comments noted. 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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