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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-19 at 16:02

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-19 at 16:02

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 HEADLINES- US massing forces targets Iran missiles first- Palestinian American killed by settler in Mukhmas- Britain blocks US bases to attack IranThe time is now 4:02 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, the buildup of US forces in the region is framed as signaling Washington’s capacity to dismantle the Iranian regime’s power structure within hours if an order to strike is given. A former CENTCOM deputy commander described a bottom-up targeting approach, with the first wave focusing on strategic missile sites and launchers—the immediate threats to US forces and Israel—followed by steps to neutralize surrogates operating outside Iran that could retaliate.In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), a 19-year-old Palestinian-American was killed after being shot by an Israeli settler in the West Bank village of Mukhmas near Ramallah. A US embassy official condemned the violence, underscoring that the safety and security of US citizens overseas is a top priority. The Palestinian Health Ministry identified Nasrallah Mohammed Jamal Abu Siam as the deceased; relatives said settlers raided the village to steal sheep, and when villagers tried to prevent it, the settlers opened fire, wounding Abu Siam and others. Five people were injured in total, including three with bullet wounds. The Israeli military did not respond to requests for comment. Violence by settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank has risen sharply.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Britain has not yet permitted the United States to use its bases in the region to attack Iran, amid concerns over potential international law violations that could implicate supporters. A Truth Social post by President Trump suggested the US may need to use the Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford bases to counter a potential Iranian threat. Senator Lindsey Graham criticized Britain, calling such a move astonishing and warning that Iran is currently at a weak point due to internal protests and damage to its military infrastructure.In Israeli Economy and Business, Tel Aviv-listed Israeli companies are outperforming their dual-listed Nasdaq counterparts, with trading volume rising 68% versus 55% for Nasdaq-listed shares. Investors’ preference for the local market—the so-called home factor—helps explain the stronger local performance, even with overseas listing options. In 2025, dual-listed firms accounted for about 22% of the TASE’s total market capitalization, roughly $114 billion, with Teva, Elbit Systems, and Tower among the highest-valued names, totaling about $76 billion. Separately, Elbit Systems’ announced cooperation with TKMS to produce submarine structural components includes plans to establish a local plant for underwater GRP components, signaling expanded local manufacturing and a potential step toward greater independence in underwater capabilities, though it remains unclear whether primary submarine construction would move from Germany to Israel.In Uplifting News, Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad accepted the Courage Award on behalf of Iranian protesters at the Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy. Alinejad, based in New York, has long faced regime targeting for her criticism of rights abuses. Demonstrations across Iran followed economic hardship and the rial’s rapid devaluation, accompanied by a brutal crackdown and internet blackout that resulted in thousands of deaths. Alinejad said she accepts the award not as a personal honor but as a platform to indict the Islamic Republic for its massacres.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/article-887303https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-887305https://www.jpost.com/international/article-887298https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-887215https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-887300https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-887301
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