Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-30 at 00:02

0:00Hi, this is Alex Cantrowitz. I'm the host of Big Technology podcast, a long time reporter and an on-air contributor to CNBC. And if you're like me, you're trying to figure out how artificial intelligence is changing the business world and our lives. So each week on Big Technology, I bring on key actors from companies building AI tech and outsiders trying to influence it, asking where this is all going. They come from places like Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and plenty more. So if you want to be smart with your wallet, your career choices, and meetings with your colleagues and at dinner parties, listen to Big Technology podcast wherever you get your podcasts. The time is now 12.02 AM in New York. I'm Noah Levi and this is the latest Israel today, ongoing war report. In direct Israeli-run clashes, launches from Iran toward the south were reported. In U.S. military role, United States President Donald Trump is weighing a military operation

1:00to remove nearly 1,000 pounds of uranium from Iran. But no decision has been made, and he remains open to the idea. Officials say a targeted move could be possible and would not significantly extend the war. But analysts warn the mission would be highly complex and risky for U.S. troops. The IAEA's Rafael Grossi has questioned the feasibility of such an operation. Noting the uranium is stored in gaseous form in cylinders that are difficult to handle and transport. In regional impacts, air-raid alarms were heard in Mehtullah and the surrounding area as the IDF said it struck Tehran. Two drones shot down after being launched from Yemen were reported, along with further attacks in Tehran and alarms in the north and south, as well as a budget passed in the Knesset. In Q-8, a statement from the country's electricity ministry said an Indian worker was killed and a service building at a power and desalination plant sustained significant damage after an Iranian attack Sunday. In U.S. policy concerning Israel,

2:01Trump said intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard is softer than him on Iran's nuclear issue. While stressing he remains resolute in not wanting Iran to have a nuclear weapon, he noted she is a little bit different in her thinking, but that does not disqualify her from serving. Separately, the war's trajectory has raised 2028 stakes as Trump weighs successes, with Vice President J.D. Vance taking a cautious line and Secretary of State Marco Rubio aligning with the hawkish stance, as discussions over Iran's nuclear and missile programs and regional oil traffic continue. Trump also asserted that Iran is agreeing with a U.S. proposed 15-point peace plan, saying Iran gave most of the points and that negotiations are ongoing, though he cautioned that outcomes remain uncertain. In Israeli domestic politics, a new Aluma survey shows only 30% of Israel's young people feel optimistic about the future. The findings indicate 3% believe the state cares about their future, while 74% feel the state does not see them

3:02or care about their future. Education is a central concern, with 64% reporting damage or freezing of their academic plans, and 45% listing education as their main worry, along with about a quarter-noting additional pressures. After the budget passage, lawmakers face renewed tests as the coalition deliberates its path toward October elections, with the budget approved by 62 votes to 55. In uplifting news, Makarbi Tel Aviv defeated Dubai 100 and four-minus 100 in overtime behind Jimmy Clark, with contributions from Oshi Brissett, Jalen Horde and Roman Sorkin to secure a key Euroleague win and move the team to 17-16, just outside the play in spots. Happletell Aviv fell to Baskonia 100 and 80-109, a game that featured a record setting first half for combined points. Separately, a promotional piece highlights a company pursuing flying cars, aiming to make the Jetson Zero dream a reality. Thank you for tuning into this Israel today,

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