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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-01-31 at 05:04

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-01-31 at 05:04

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 HEADLINESGaza Strike Kills Seven Ceasefire FraysUS Approves Israel and Saudi Arms PackagesUS Poised for Iran Strike Targeting LeadershipThe time is now 5:03 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Palestinian reports describe a strike in the Sheikh Radwan district of Gaza that reportedly left at least seven people dead. In Gaza City, an airstrike is described as killing three children and two women in a family apartment, with another strike hitting a tent in Khan Younis to the south. The Israeli military said it was looking into the reports and did not immediately confirm the strikes. The ongoing, fragile ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has endured for months, but new violence and militant actions continue to test the pause in fighting. Separately, there are reports that Israeli forces struck the administration building of a camp in Khan Younis after a prior evacuation warning, underscoring the renewed intensity of operations in southern Gaza.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, US officials say the Trump administration could authorize a strike on Iran imminently, using a decapitation model aimed at leadership and targeting the Quds Force, with Iran reportedly seeking to inflict up to 500 American casualties. Meanwhile, the Houthis have released footage from a drone-boat factory after signaling they could join fighting if Iran is attacked. Iran’s president says that US, Israeli and European leaders have exploited Iran’s economic distress to fuel unrest, while stressing that the Islamic Republic remains resolute. Tehran says there is no genuine basis for negotiations with the United States unless the atmosphere of threats is removed, and it emphasizes that the regime’s foundations remain strong. Iranian foreign ministry officials and opposition accounts describe security measures inside Iran, including heightened vigilance at checkpoints and steps to mobilize or redeploy personnel; civilians report increased scrutiny of mobile devices and personal belongings as tensions persist. Across these developments, regional actors remain on edge as diplomatic channels face test amid a volatile strategic environment.In the US Policy Concerning Israel, the American government has unveiled major arms packages in response to regional tensions. The administration approved about $6.67 billion in new arms sales to Israel and a separate $9 billion weapons package for Saudi Arabia, with Israel’s package including 30 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and thousands of associated vehicles and equipment. The four-package plan also features extensive related gear and weapons, reinforcing Washington’s security commitments as ceasefire discussions continue. Separately, the State Department announced more than $6.5 billion in potential military sales to Israel, including $1.98 billion for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, $3.8 billion for AH-64E Apache helicopters, and a third contract valued at about $740 million. These approvals reflect ongoing US support for ally capacity in a tense regional landscape.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Hadas Klein describes an aggressive and pervasive online harassment campaign that has targeted her with criminalized threats, doxxing attempts, and dehumanizing labels. She says an organized network has followed and attacked her, and she has authorized legal action, with several cases resulting in prosecutions and convictions. Klein says she will not back down and has engaged in litigation, including a suit seeking compensation from a prominent figure who published personal material. She recounts how threats extended to her home and personal life, including allegations and insinuations intended to terrify her, and she describes her commitment to countering the abuse through a coordinated response.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Hadas Klein contends that Prime Minister Netanyahu faces a consequential accountability moment, arguing that the country’s divisions and confrontations since October 7 must be acknowledged and addressed. She says the most meaningful consequence would be the lasting legacy of those events and urges accountability for the administration. Separately, the prosecution has opened an inquiry into Sarah Netanyahu over alleged witness harassment, a development that has kept political and legal tensions in the spotlight. In addition, a longtime security official, Yossi Cohen, has spoken about pressure and personal attacks related to public exposure, underscoring how personal conflicts and political fault lines intersect with governance and security concerns.In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel faces a looming shortage of liquefied petroleum gas despite government assurances of supply stability as winter approaches. A minimal reserve stockpile has raised concerns among heating, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors that rely on LPG, with...
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