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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-28 at 03:02

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-28 at 03:02

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 HEADLINESShield of Judah strikes Iran region tremblesTrump confirms major combat operation in IranIsrael Opens Blood Drives Across the NationThe time is now 3:01 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, Israel and the United States launched preemptive strikes on Iran on Saturday morning, with blasts heard in Tehran as air and sea strikes unfolded and Iran closed its airspace. Iranian officials warned that Tehran is preparing for retaliation and promised a crushing response. Defense establishment sources said the likelihood of an Iranian response within hours, including missile launches, is increasing, with reports that the strikes aim to remove threats to Israel’s home front and are expanding to locations such as Qom, Isfahan, Kermanshah and Karaj. The Israeli Defense Forces surged forces to bases and staff command headquarters, Central Command was reinforced with five companies, and alert levels were raised along Israel’s borders as forces moved with unusually heavy helicopter traffic between arenas. Mossad launched a Farsi-language Telegram channel for Iranians to follow updates, urging Iranians to share photos and videos of their “just struggle against the regime” and noting that they are not alone. Iranian state media reported explosions in Tehran, Qom, Isfahan, Kermanshah and Karaj, while Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was moved to a secure location and Iran has closed its airspace. The operation, named Shield of Judah, aims to remove threats to the Israeli home front, with an emphasis on missile launchers and unmanned aerial vehicle bases. On the American side, President Donald Trump confirmed a major combat operation in Iran, saying the objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the regime and warning Tehran to stand down or face certain death, a narrative reinforced by statements that the strikes are being carried out by air and sea with coordination with Israel and that the operation may continue through the day. Reports also indicate cruise missiles are moving at low altitude over Iraq toward Iran, and officials note that the mission had been planned for months with timing set weeks ago. Separately, Iran’s internet access has dropped to about 54% of normal levels, and an Iranian official signaled that the response would be harsh.In Uplifting News, Amid the crisis, Magen David Adom has opened blood donation points across the country, with locations available for update on the organization’s website as authorities call for continued blood supplies during the emergency.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-888255https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888254https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-888253https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888251https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888250https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888248https://t.me/ILtoday/17106https://t.me/selena_updates/55990https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290032https://t.me/ILtoday/17105https://t.me/abualiexpress/115575https://t.me/abualiexpress/115574https://t.me/hnaftali/21449https://t.me/hnaftali/21448https://t.me/abualiexpress/115573https://www.ynetnews.com/article/skzuszlyzlhttps://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/69379https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/69376https://t.me/hnaftali/21444
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