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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-04-23 at 07:04
HEADLINES
1. Explosive device uncovered near Netivot intensifies terror fears
2. Yemen missile triggers first sirens in Haifa since November
3. Gaza school strike kills ten Palestinians amid rising violence
The time is now 03:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 3:00 AM, Israeli security forces uncovered a bag containing an improvised explosive device near Netivot, believed to be linked to the October 7th attack. Explosive ordnance squads responded to the scene, which is currently an open area undergoing road construction, and the device has Arabic inscriptions on it. This discovery underscores ongoing threats from the October 7th massacre, with authorities intensifying efforts to prevent further terror activities.
Meanwhile, in Gaza, reports indicate that a recent Israeli airstrike targeted a school in the Tufah neighborhood, resulting in the deaths of ten Palestinians. The incident comes amid ongoing hostilities and raises concerns about civilian casualties in the densely populated enclave.
Across multiple fronts, Israeli military and security operations continue. In the West Bank, Israeli forces have increased activity at border crossings, citing rising threats and the use of marginalized individuals, including the elderly, to smuggle Palestinians for payments. Additionally, in Hebron, Israeli troops pasted posters on shops warning that terrorism brings only destruction and chaos, part of a broader psychological warfare effort.
In the north, a missile launched from Yemen triggered sirens in Haifa and the Western Galilee for the first time since November. The IDF reports the missile was likely intercepted, but the incident highlights persistent threats from Iranian-backed groups in Yemen, with ongoing monitoring of missile and drone activity.
In the southern city of Rosh HaAyin, a wild camel caused chaos as it roamed the industrial zone, evading capture by municipal veterinarians. The animal was eventually seen returning to an Arab city, Kfar Kassem. Simultaneously, police rescued exotic animals from a residence in Netanya, including a lemur and several iguanas, which are being transferred to sanctuaries due to concerns over animal cruelty.
Within Israel’s detention facilities, significant measures are underway. The Israel Prison Service has displayed images of destruction in Gaza inside prisons, aiming to serve as psychological deterrence among Palestinian inmates. This follows recent discussions about aid distribution in Gaza, with the military’s chief of staff supporting aid transfers but opposing direct military involvement, emphasizing adherence to pre-war distribution models.
In political developments, opposition leader Yair Lapid expressed condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, praising his compassion and efforts for mutual respect among faiths, including Judaism. His statement came amid silence from Prime Minister Netanyahu, with some initial social media messages of condolences later deleted.
On the diplomatic front, Jordan issued a statement condemning Hamas’s recent call for the release of members detained over the production of rockets and drones in Jordan, allegedly under Hamas instructions from Lebanon. Jordan emphasized its sovereignty and rejected interference in its internal affairs.
Additionally, in ongoing military operations, Israeli forces distributed flyers in Hebron stating that terror only leads to destruction, part of efforts to counteract terrorist propaganda.
Lastly, a Houthi missile from Yemen activated sirens in Haifa and the Western Galilee, marking the first such alert since November. The missile was reportedly intercepted, but the incident highlights the expanding threat landscape from Iranian-backed militias in the region.
This multifront conflict continues to evolve rapidly, with signific
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