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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-22 at 14:02

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-22 at 14:02

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 HEADLINESUS weighs Iran strike timing amid diplomacyIran proposes uranium dilution for sanctions reliefIsrael targets Hezbollah in Beqaa ValleyThe time is now 2:01 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, four timing scenarios for a possible strike on Iran are under discussion as Washington weighs a response if no deal is reached. Analysts say President Trump could launch between Sunday and Thursday if he has decided to act and is awaiting military or diplomatic signals, or on Thursday if an Iranian offer is made and rejected that day. A more likely window is early next week, after he set a two‑week deadline for a deal, a deadline that has shifted in his remarks since. Separately, Tehran has signaled willingness to make concessions on its nuclear program in talks with the United States in exchange for lifting sanctions and recognition of its right to peaceful enrichment. A senior Iranian official cited by Reuters said Tehran would consider sending half of its most highly enriched uranium abroad, diluting the rest, and joining a regional enrichment consortium in return for sanctions relief and recognition of enrichment rights. The official noted sharp divisions over the scope and sequencing of relief, but analysts say the move is aimed at keeping diplomacy alive to avert a major strike. In a related assessment, some observers argue that for regime change to work, an credible Iranian leadership alternative is needed, with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi presented as a politically credible option capable of mobilizing broad support. On the ground, Israel has taken steps aimed at limiting Iran’s proxies, including strikes in the Beqaa Valley intended to degrade Hezbollah’s missile units and command centers as part of a broader effort to reduce the threat ahead of any wider confrontation. Finally, Oman’s foreign minister confirmed that US-Iran talks are set to take place in Geneva on Thursday, described by mediators as a positive push to move toward finalising a deal.In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), the Border Police officer was killed by a bullet fired from an IDF weapon in an accidental incident on Sunday, with the circumstances under investigation by both the Israel Police and the military police. The victim, Uri Mektaev, an 18-year-old Border Police officer, died at his home in Azor after paramedics could not revive him; he is the son of Ronen Mektaev, the deputy chief commissioner of the Fire and Rescue Authority, and is survived by his parents and two brothers. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir paid tribute to Mektaev, calling him a young man who chose to serve the state on the front lines. Separately, the security cabinet has begun its meeting at this hour, and the Israeli cabinet meeting has started with the Attorney General participating.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Tucker Carlson issued an apology to President Isaac Herzog, retracting claims of ties to Jeffrey Epstein after remarks in an interview with the US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee. The President’s Office had denied any direct or indirect contact between Herzog and Epstein, and Carlson said his assertions were unfounded and that he did not mean to imply knowledge of such a relationship. The apology followed Carlson’s reference to a 2014 email released by the US Justice Department as part of Epstein’s broader investigations; the email reportedly suggested Epstein claimed Herzog would be a guest at his private event.In Israeli Domestic Politics, about 200 soldiers from hesder yeshiva who served in casualty identification at the start of the war say they did not receive a mental health care package and report emerging as “invisible people” who need support, with a former military rabbi highlighting their service and needs. The IDF says these individuals are treated by the health funds. The security cabinet has begun its meeting at this hour, and the Israeli cabinet meeting has started with the Attorney General taking part in the proceedings.In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel targets an Indian audience with a news portal highlighting trade and tech partnerships, showcasing collaborations ranging from Israeli startups to advanced defense projects and providing a direct channel for Indian readers to follow innovation and bilateral initiatives.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.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887547https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887546https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887451https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-887542https://www.al-monitor.com/...
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