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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-08 at 04:04
HEADLINES
1. Iran Funds Covert Operations to Destabilize Israel
2. Gaza Flotilla Nears Conflict Zone Amid Rising Tensions
3. Israeli Political Clash Over Leaked Military Operations
The time is now 12:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 12:00 AM, the situation in the Israel-Gaza conflict remains tense and complex, with developments across multiple fronts. Israel continues to face threats from Iran and its proxies, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iranian-backed militias in Syria and Iraq, and Houthi forces in Yemen. Reports indicate that Iran is actively using its diplomatic missions abroad to gather intelligence on Israeli and allied targets, as well as to fund covert infiltration operations through cultural and diplomatic initiatives. These activities are believed to be under direct orders from Iran's leadership, including Ayatollah Khamenei, with coordination from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps' intelligence wing.
In the Gaza Strip, organizers of the flotilla to Gaza have updated that their vessel is approximately 250 miles from the coast, in international waters north of Alexandria, Egypt. The vessel is expected to arrive in the area by Monday, raising concerns about potential escalation and the international community’s response to these provocative actions.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, tensions persist along the border as Hezbollah continues its military buildup, reportedly preparing for potential clashes. The Lebanese group remains aligned with Iran, reinforcing its missile arsenal and preparing for possible confrontations with Israeli forces. The situation remains volatile, with recent exchanges of fire and increased intelligence alerts about possible preemptive strikes.
In Syria, Israel’s military activity persists, targeting Iranian-backed positions and supply routes, aiming to prevent the transfer of weapons to Hezbollah and other militias. The ongoing Syrian civil war has seen Israel selectively arming rebel groups in southern Syria, a tactic intended to counterbalance Iranian influence and disrupt the supply lines of Iran-backed forces.
In Iraq, US and Iraqi forces continue operations against Iranian-supported militias, with recent reports of increased attacks on coalition bases. The United States has condemned these attacks and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Iraqi sovereignty while countering Iranian influence.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels remain active in the conflict, launching drone and missile attacks on Saudi territory, further destabilizing the region. The international community is closely monitoring these developments as part of a broader effort to contain Iran’s regional ambitions.
In domestic Israeli news, tensions are rising over security measures and political disagreements. Notably, a leaked Israeli military operation involving arming a militia in Gaza has sparked controversy. The operation, reportedly initiated by the Shin Bet and IDF, aimed to weaken Hamas by supporting local factions opposed to the group. The leak was publicly attributed to political motives, with opposition leader Avigdor Liberman criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu’s handling of the situation.
Liberman accused the government of reckless decision-making, claiming that arming criminal elements associated with ISIS could backfire and endanger Israeli security. However, Israeli officials defend the move as a tactical short-term measure, emphasizing that even problematic actors can serve useful purposes temporarily. The incident has deepened political divisions, with Netanyahu asserting that the leak only benefits Hamas and that the operation was essential to save Israeli soldiers’ lives.
Internationally, the United States has condemned the attempted assassination of Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe in Bogotá. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statem
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