Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-22 at 13:02
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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-22 at 13:02
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- Iran proxy war widens, strikes debated
- ADL chief warns antisemitism surges
- Border guard death triggers cabinet meeting
The time is now 1:02 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, Steve Wittkoff, a Trump envoy, told Fox News in a late-night interview that President Trump does not understand why the Iranians have not surrendered and that he is curious. A separate Iranian source told KAN Reshet Bet that anti-regime activists would prefer an Israeli strike for its precision, while fearing a US attack could bring widespread destruction seen in Iraq and Afghanistan. The interviewee, identified as Ali, said the Israeli strikes in June targeted the regime’s mercenaries and leadership and did not harm ordinary citizens or economic infrastructure. He also said the regime has brutally murdered and dismembered more than 40,000 people and injured hundreds of thousands during the two months of anti-government protests, with university and student demonstrations resuming as security forces crack down on protesters. Reuters reports that Iranian students protested for a second day at several universities amid a US military buildup as Washington seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran, marking continued unrest following last month’s demonstrations.
In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Jonathan Greenblatt, the ADL CEO, discusses rising antisemitism, the organization’s role in protecting Jewish communities, and the impact of October 7, noting that antisemitic incidents have reached record highs. He describes the ADL’s threefold mission of protection, advocacy, and education, and emphasizes the need to address hate and extremism while supporting Jewish safety and identity. Vanderbilt University is investigating a mathematics lecturer after reports that he shared content considered offensive in class, including anti-Israel material depicted in a calculus problem that referenced Palestine as a state and questioned land loss due to occupation. StopAntisemitism criticized the example as unacceptable, and Rabbi Elchanan Poupko shared the post, arguing the question assumes a state of Palestine existed and overlooks historical facts.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Israeli cabinet is in focus as developments unfold at home. A border guard recruit, Ori Maktaev z”l, is reported to have died from a gunshot believed to be fired by a fellow serviceman; the circumstances are being investigated by police and the military police. The security cabinet has begun its meeting at this hour, with officials saying the session is underway. In parallel, the Israeli cabinet meeting has started, and the Attorney General is participating in the discussions.
In Uplifting News, NYC Public Schools will have a full snow day tomorrow, as announced by the city’s mayor.
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/diaspora/antisemitism/article-887532
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