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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-05-31 at 07:04
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Israel Pounds Gaza in Intense Night Assaults
Lebanese Forces Fire on Israeli Border Tensions Escalate
U.S. Resumes Flights to Israel Amid Ongoing Regional Chaos
The time is now 03:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Tonight at three a.m., developments continue to unfold across multiple fronts in the ongoing conflict involving Israel, Iran, and their respective proxies. In Gaza, reports indicate an escalation in aerial strikes by the Israel Defense Forces targeting approximately twenty buildings in Jabalya and the city of Gaza itself. This marks a particularly intense 24-hour period, with explosions occurring roughly every minute, shaking the area and underscoring the high operational tempo of Israel’s military campaign. The focus remains on degrading militant infrastructure and reducing the threat posed by Hamas.
In the West Bank, violence persists with a deadly shooting in Kafr Kassem. Two cousins, Said and Udai Shaaban, both aged 27 and residents of Lod, were shot dead near a restaurant, with a suspect, a 22-year-old resident of Ramle, arrested at Highway 40. The incident appears rooted in criminal disputes between families, and police investigations continue. Additionally, a moderate injury was reported involving another individual wounded in the same event. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the absence of the Attorney-General from security discussions on Arab society violence, emphasizing the government’s focus on law and order.
In Lebanon, Lebanese sources report that Israeli forces are directing machine gun fire from the Rweisat Al-‘Alam position toward Jabal Sedna, with tank movements observed around the area. These actions suggest ongoing efforts to contain cross-border threats and to prevent militant infiltration, amid heightened tensions along the northern frontier.
Meanwhile, in the south, the Israeli military claims to be close to securing full control over the city of Khan Younis in Gaza. Recent advances have seen troops move into additional parts of the city, which remains largely deserted, indicating significant territorial gains.
In the wider region, the situation in Yemen remains tense, with reports that Hamas forces in Gaza have stolen approximately 110 trucks loaded with flour overnight from the Khan Younis area, highlighting ongoing logistical struggles and resource conflicts.
Internationally, Western nations are preparing to present a draft resolution at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s quarterly board meeting. The draft aims to formally declare Iran as a “non-compliant” actor due to alleged breaches of nuclear commitments, reflecting mounting concern over Iran’s nuclear activities and its potential to escalate regional tensions.
Added to this, the United States announced the resumption of commercial flights to Israel, with United Airlines set to restart operations from Newark to Tel Aviv on June 5. This move signals an easing of some logistical disruptions amid the conflict, offering a measure of reassurance to travelers and the Israeli economy.
Domestically, Israeli rescue services report that a 70-year-old man was rescued from the waters near Ashdod’s Me’ami Beach. He was found in critical condition with chest injuries and transported to Asuta Hospital for urgent care. The incident underscores ongoing security and safety challenges faced by civilians in the affected areas.
In other news, the Food and Drug Administration in the United States approved a new COVID-19 vaccine developed by Moderna, targeting the latest circulating variants. The vaccine will be available for individuals aged 12 and older, with priority given to those over 65 and at-risk populations.
In Lebanon, Prime Minister Najib Mikati and other officials continue to speak about the importance of normalization with Israel, fr
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