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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-04-06 at 20:04

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HEADLINES
Iran Issues Stark Warning Amid Military Readiness
Israeli Airstrikes Escalate Tensions in Southern Lebanon
BDS Movement Targets Microsoft Over Military Complicity

The time is now 04:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has heightened the military readiness of Iran’s forces, issuing a stern warning to neighboring countries, including Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Turkey, and Bahrain. He cautioned that any support for a potential US attack, or the use of their airspace by US forces, would be viewed as a hostile act, with severe consequences likely to follow. This development comes amidst ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States over nuclear negotiations, which have seen a shift from direct to indirect talks mediated by Oman.

In regional developments, Israeli forces have launched airstrikes targeting sites in southern Lebanon, particularly around the town of Naqoura, reportedly in response to rocket fire aimed at Israeli territories. This escalation has been met with alarms from UNIFIL headquarters nearby, underscoring the potential for increased confrontation along Israel's northern border.

Meanwhile, in the Gaza Strip, the Israel Defense Forces are engaged in operations in areas that have recently seen increased rocket fire into southern Israel, particularly Ashdod. Reports indicate that the IDF has targeted rocket launch sites in the central region of the Strip, with ongoing conflicts leading to injuries among civilians. Medical facilities in Ashkelon have reported treating multiple individuals for injuries, including a man with shrapnel wounds and women suffering from anxiety and stress-related injuries during air raid alerts.

On the international front, the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Movement, or BDS, has called for a boycott of Microsoft and its Xbox gaming products, alleging complicity in Israeli military actions against Palestinians. This announcement has sparked protests at Microsoft events, where employees have expressed their opposition to the company’s ties with the Israeli military.

In Yemen, reports have emerged of casualties from US airstrikes targeting Houthi positions in the eastern region of Al-Mahfad, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict involving Iranian-backed Houthis.

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for a meeting with former President Donald Trump in Washington, discussions are expected to revolve around potential hostage negotiations, Iran, and broader regional security issues, heightening the urgency of diplomatic efforts in light of escalating tensions.

The situation remains fluid, with developments across these fronts indicating a precarious balance of power and the potential for further violence as actors in the region respond to each other's maneuvers.

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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