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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-04-24 at 06:04
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Iran-Backed Forces Clash on Seven Fronts Worldwide
Gaza Airstrikes Hit Militant Infrastructure Amid Rising Tensions
Israel Prepares for Holocaust Memorial as Regional Fires Burn
The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Tonight at 2:00 a.m., we continue to follow the escalation across Israel’s multiple fronts. The country remains under intense pressure from Iran and its proxies, with military activity reported on seven distinct fronts: Iran itself, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. Israeli forces are engaged in ongoing defensive operations, including counterstrikes and interception efforts, to prevent further infiltration and attack attempts.
In Gaza, Israeli military reports indicate ongoing airstrikes targeting militant infrastructure following a series of rocket launches. Palestinian sources confirm casualties, though precise figures are still emerging. The Israeli government emphasizes its commitment to defending its citizens and will continue targeted operations against terrorist groups operating from Gaza.
In the West Bank, clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants persist, with reports of arrests and some minor injuries. The Israeli military states it is acting to thwart planned attacks and maintain order amid heightened tensions.
Lebanese sources report that Hezbollah has increased its activity along the border, with artillery exchanges and threats to escalate. Israel’s military remains on high alert, prepared for potential escalation from Lebanon.
In Syria, Israeli jets have conducted strikes against Iranian-backed militia positions, responding to recent rocket fire. Intelligence indicates that Iran is consolidating its military presence in Syria, aiming to establish a persistent foothold in the region.
In Iraq, US and Iraqi forces continue counter-operations against Iran-backed militias accused of attacking bases and diplomatic missions. Tensions remain high, with some reports of retaliatory rocket attacks.
Yemen remains a significant concern, with recent reports of over twenty American airstrikes targeting Houthi missile and drone launch sites. These strikes aim to weaken the Houthi rebels, who claim to have suffered significant casualties—up to 800 fighters in recent weeks, according to regional analysts.
Israel also reports a significant incident involving a Hamas operative, who was killed in a pre-dawn strike in Gaza. The operation targeted a militant responsible for recent rocket attacks.
Domestically, Israel is preparing for the annual memorial day, with a nationwide siren set to sound at 10 a.m. today, marking 80 years since the Holocaust. During the two-minute siren, all activity will pause in observance of the victims. The country also continues efforts to support Holocaust survivors, amid reports that some still face severe shortages of food and essentials, prompting renewed calls to aid these elders before Yom HaShoah.
Internationally, tensions are evident at US campuses, where Israeli Foreign Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir faced protests at Yale University, with anti-Israel demonstrators heckling him, while he responded with a victory sign. Meanwhile, Iranian ambassador to Lebanon, Ghassem Ghasemi, reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to Lebanon’s decisions regarding Hezbollah’s weapons, amid ongoing regional tensions.
In diplomatic developments, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky remain at odds over the war in Ukraine. Trump criticized Zelensky's refusal to cede Crimea, blaming him for prolonging the conflict, while Zelensky reaffirmed Ukraine’s territorial integrity. The situation highlights ongoing global divisions over regional conflicts.
Lastly, in a deeply emotional moment, survivors of Auschwitz and former prisoner
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