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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-25 at 12:03

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-25 at 12:03

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 HEADLINESIran caps missiles under 2000km defensive claimUS Israel coordinate toward possible Iran strikeTemple Mount changes feared as bill advancesThe time is now 12:02 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, Iran’s foreign minister Abas Arakji said ahead of Geneva talks with the United States that Tehran does not develop long-range missiles, has deliberately restricted their range to under 2,000 kilometers, and views them as defensive, meant to deter and protect the country, as it did in the June conflict. He also asserted that Israel is trying to drag the United States into war. Separately, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that all options remain on the table, but signaled willingness to negotiate if the United States pursues diplomacy and respects Iran’s national dignity and mutual interests. He cautioned that any attempt to repeat past mistakes through deception or flawed analyses during negotiations would provoke a decisive response, as Iran and the US prepare to resume nuclear talks.In US Policy Concerning Israel, former Israeli Navy commander Major-General (ret.) Eliezer “Chayni” Marom said the Geneva talks may be the last realistic chance for a negotiated outcome before a war breaks out, with Israel and the United States moving toward possible military action against Iran and anticipating unprecedented coordination between the IDF and the US military. President Donald Trump has framed diplomacy as preferable while warning Tehran not to obtain weapons or missiles that could threaten Europe and the United States. Marom described the Geneva meeting as critical, arguing that Iran is unlikely to accept a diplomatic solution and that signals point to a confrontation that is very close, with the USS Gerald R. Ford near Crete serving as a visible signal.In Israeli Domestic Politics, opposition parties boycotted most of a special plenary session with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi because Supreme Court President Justice Amit was not invited; Yesh Atid and Yisrael Beiteinu announced they would attend Modi’s speech but would boycott Prime Minister Netanyahu and Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana’s remarks. Benny Gantz, leader of Blue and White, joined for Netanyahu’s speech along with other MKs, and opposition members rejoined the plenum for Modi’s address. In another development, the Western Wall bill advanced to its preliminary reading with support from part of the coalition, 56–47; National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said the measure would enable major changes on the Temple Mount, warning that if the Temple Mount is legally recognized as a holy site, Arab schools on the Mount could be shut down and broader changes would follow. The move would regulate Western Wall prayer arrangements and related sites, a step described by supporters as historic.In Israeli Economy and Business, Israel’s cyber landscape remained highly active in 2025, with the year described as no ceasefire in cyberspace by the head of the Israel National Cyber Directorate, Yossi Karadi. The 119 National Cyber Emergency Center handled about 26,500 cyber-incident reports, a 55% increase from 2024. Phishing accounted for about 52% of incidents, followed by influence operations and psychological warfare at roughly 13% each, account takeovers across social media and email at 11%, and unauthorized system intrusions at 9%. The INCD issued about 2,480 alerts, a 2.5-fold rise, with 2,304 alerts being proactive notifications tied to indicators of targeted attacks. Of these alerts, 93% were targeted to specific organizations, 3.7% were economy-wide advisories, and 1.3% represented other advisories.In uplifting News, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first recipient of the Knesset Medal during his official Israel visit. The medal, a new honor presented by the Knesset and its speaker, symbolizes deep appreciation for Modi’s contributions to Israel and the Jewish people. The medal, crafted of silver with gold plating and bearing symbols of the state and the Knesset, carries inscriptions and imagery commemorating the strengthened partnership between Israel and India. The occasion was described by the Knesset chair as a historic moment reflecting a deepening strategic alliance.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://t.me/abualiexpress/115369https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887953https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887962https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-887984https://t.me/selena_updates/55812https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-...
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