Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-12 at 11:02
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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-12 at 11:02
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Israel drills sea defense using Hezbollah intel
Indonesia eyed to lead Gaza peacekeeping
Israel CPI climbs to 62, ranks 35th
The time is now 11:02 AM 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, the IDF announced a multi-day drill to defend from a potential sea invasion into Eilat, with the navy’s three pillars—Shayetet 13 commandos, submarines and missile boats—joining the air force and the Operations and Logistics directorates. Many of the scenarios the force trained for were guided by intelligence obtained from a high-ranking Hezbollah naval commander it captured about 16 months ago. Imad Amhaz, seized after a Batroun coastal raid north of Israel’s maritime border with Lebanon, is described as a central figure in Hezbollah’s maritime program, notably in Unit 7900, the land-to-sea missile unit. Interrogations reportedly outlined the unit’s structure and objectives, including covert operations conducted under civilian cover aimed at Israeli and international interests. The drill signals the ongoing concern over coastal threats and the importance of joint readiness across surface, subsurface and air components.
In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), a Reuters analysis describes how Gaza’s power dynamics are shifting as a US-backed ceasefire plan advances. Private security contractors who previously worked on securing Gaza’s humanitarian sites could be tapped in the next phase of the arrangement. Indonesia is identified as a potential lead for an international peacekeeping mission within the International Stabilization Force, part of the broader peace framework. At the same time, Gaza-based militias are vying for influence, creating overlapping zones of control that could complicate governance and security. There are discussions about disarming Hamas, though officials indicate the group may retain some arms, including small arms, as rockets remain on the agenda. With a mid-February meeting anticipated, White House officials said the plan would move to its next phase, continuing the broader US-backed effort.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, new poll results from Transparency International show a modest improvement in how Israelis view government integrity. The Corruption Perceptions Index rose to 62, up from 60 in 2024, placing Israel 35th among 182 countries, down from 30th the year before. The CPI tracks perceived corruption in areas such as bribery, officials using offices for personal gain, red tape, nepotism, and information access. The year 2025 has seen several high-profile corruption cases, including December revelations involving retired police chief Tzachi Havkin and others in a widening inquiry centered on the Lahav 433 unit and suspected leaks to a crime organization led by the Mosli family. In November, a former chief rabbi of Israel was named among three senior religious figures tied to separate corruption investigations.
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.
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https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-886503
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-886492
https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-886480
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-886490
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-886483
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