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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-04-07 at 06:03
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Knesset Member Under Investigation for Document Leak
Metulla Residents Demand Safety Before Returning Home
Iranian Militias Move Toward Disarmament Amid US Pressure
The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Israeli police are questioning Member of Knesset Gilad Kariv on allegations of leaking confidential documents from the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. This comes after previous investigations into similar claims regarding a June 2023 meeting where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly dismissed security warnings about the anti-judicial reform protests.
In Metulla, residents are petitioning the High Court to delay their return to the northern town, citing security concerns. Local officials demand that emergency response teams be trained, infrastructure issues addressed, and weapons removed from public spaces before any return can safely occur. The town's mayor has expressed frustration with the government's insistence on returning residents without adequate safety measures, emphasizing the ongoing presence of unexploded ordnance from previous conflicts.
On a broader regional front, Iranian-backed militias in Iraq are reportedly considering disarmament in response to US threats of airstrikes if they do not disband. Senior commanders indicate that discussions are progressing toward compliance with US demands, reflecting a significant shift in the militias' stance amid increasing pressure from Washington.
In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes targeted a building in Deir al-Balah this morning, continuing the ongoing military operations against Hamas and other factions in the region. Reports indicate that these actions are part of Israel's broader strategy to mitigate threats from groups that have launched drone and missile attacks against Israeli territory.
Domestically, the Israeli Defense Forces are conducting a reservist call-up exercise. This exercise involves contacting reservists but does not require their physical presence at units, as part of ongoing military readiness assessments.
In other news, a fire broke out at a synagogue in Tel Aviv's Neve Tzedek neighborhood, causing damage but no reported injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Meanwhile, significant economic unrest is shaking global markets, with major declines reported across Asian stock exchanges. The Nikkei fell by 7%, the Hang Seng by 9%, and the Shanghai index by over 5.5%. This turmoil is expected to impact US markets as well, with futures indicating steep losses for the Dow Jones and Nasdaq.
Lastly, two vehicles exploded and burned under a residential building in Ashdod, prompting an investigation. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported from this incident.
Stay tuned for further updates as these stories develop.
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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