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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-06 at 18:01

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-06 at 18:01

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 HEADLINESFrance to host Lebanon reconstruction upon reformsTrump signs tariffs on Iran-linked tradeKarmei Tzur infiltration alert triggers IDF scansThe time is now 6:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, France said Lebanon's recovery remains precarious despite positive signs following a ceasefire and a government transition, and it stood ready to support the country’s reconstruction if reforms continue. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot told reporters after meetings in Beirut with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and other top officials that Paris was prepared to host a dedicated reconstruction conference in Paris, but only if reforms move forward, legislation is passed and decisions are implemented. While Lebanon has adopted banking secrecy and bank resolution laws, it must still complete restructuring, reach an IMF agreement and pass a loss-sharing law. Barrot urged swift action on Hezbollah disarmament and national reconciliation. He said Lebanon had reached a crucial juncture in implementing the November 2024 truce with Israel, as well as restoring state authority over weapons and stabilising a shattered financial system. France plans to mobilise international backing for the Lebanese armed forces and internal security forces. Separately, Barrot warned that any US–Iran escalation could drag allied militias into war, destabilising the region, as Paris prepares a conference to bolster Lebanon’s weakened army.In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Paris’s message comes as Lebanon’s security and reconstruction are framed against broader regional tensions, with France stressing reforms as a condition for broader international backing and cautioning that any widening of confrontation could pull regional militias into broader conflict.In US Policy Concerning Israel, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that may impose a 25% tariff on countries that do business with Iran, a move unfolding as tensions with Tehran persist even as talks resume this week. A separate briefing highlights seven key Trump-Iran moments as tensions run high, including Washington’s withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal in 2018 and the January 2020 strike that killed Qassem Soleimani, with the narrative pointing to a broader debate over nuclear program, missiles, support for armed groups and the treatment of the Iranian people. The United States has signaled that talks should address the nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and regional proxies and human rights, while Tehran has pressed for negotiations focused on its nuclear rights and enrichment, underscoring a long-standing difference in approach to the relationship and regional security.In the Israeli Domestic Politics section, an infiltration alert was detected in Karmei Tzur in the West Bank, with the IDF deploying forces for safety scans and maintaining ongoing contact with residents and security officials as the situation develops. Later updates indicated the danger of infiltration had been lifted in the affected areas, and residents were able to move about in Judea and the Karmei Tzur area. Reports of heavy gunfire were heard at the scene, adding to the security picture surrounding the incident. In a related political note, Prime Minister Netanyahu faced questions about alleged internal security turmoil, with a commentator questioning perceptions of loyalty within security agencies; Netanyahu responded that there was no betrayal, emphasizing the seriousness of the matter and the need for accountability.Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.I'm Noa 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.SOURCEShttps://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/02/france-rally-aid-lebanon-it-warns-truce-gains-remain-fragilehttps://www.ynetnews.com/article/syhowkvwbxhttps://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/02/trump-signs-order-threatening-tariffs-nations-doing-business-iranhttps://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1281911https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/02/factbox-seven-key-trump-iran-moments-tensions-run-highhttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-885850https://t.me/newssil/190457https://t.me/Newss0nline/58534https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1281907https://t.me/newssil/190454
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