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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-11 at 11:04
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Israel Faces Multi-Front War Amid Iran Proxy Threats
Iran’s Covert Nuclear Program Sparks Global Alarm
Israeli-Palestinian Tensions Surge in Schools and Politics
The time is now 07:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 7:00 AM, this is the latest news overview from the region and beyond.
Israel remains engaged in a multi-front conflict, facing hostilities across seven key areas: Iran, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. The Israeli military continues to respond to threats from Iranian-backed proxies and militant groups, with ongoing operations aimed at neutralizing hostile activities and preventing further escalation. In Gaza, Israel has intensified efforts to dismantle Hamas’s military infrastructure, employing targeted strikes and supporting local militias as part of a broader strategy to weaken the group's control. Meanwhile, in the West Bank, there has been a rise in clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants, with reports of increased violence and arrests.
In Lebanon, Hezbollah remains a significant threat along Israel’s northern border, with recent exchanges and heightened alert levels. Syria has seen Israeli strikes targeting Iranian military assets and supply routes, amidst reports of increased Iranian military activity in the region. Iraq and Yemen continue to host Iranian influence and proxy groups, complicating Israel’s security landscape across the Middle East.
Internationally, diplomatic tensions persist. The United States and Iran are engaged in ongoing nuclear negotiations, with recent intelligence revealing Iran’s covert expansion of its nuclear weapons program under the so-called Kavir Plan—an extensive network of secret sites aimed at developing boosted nuclear warheads. The International Atomic Energy Agency has raised alarms over Iran’s uranium enrichment levels nearing weapons-grade, fueling fears that Iran may be on the verge of producing nuclear weapons despite claims of peaceful intentions.
Domestically, Israel faces political and social challenges. In Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill that would have banned teaching antisemitism, citing concerns over its impact on educators and free speech. Opponents argued that the bill was aimed at silencing discussions about Palestinian oppression and could have exposed teachers to lawsuits. Meanwhile, in the United States, a school district in New York distributed a study guide for a state exam that accused Israel of terrorism and described Zionism as “extreme nationalism,” prompting widespread criticism and questions about curriculum bias.
In the UK, more than 300 foreign service personnel have been told they can resign if they disagree with the government’s support for Israel’s military actions, amid accusations of disregard for international law and calls for suspension of arms exports. Additionally, recent investigations uncovered systematic smuggling of goods by Hamas using UN aid trucks, highlighting ongoing concerns over aid diversion in Gaza.
Regional diplomacy continues to be tense. French efforts to lead Middle East peace initiatives have been complicated by American pressure, which has discouraged recognition of a Palestinian state at upcoming UN conferences. Meanwhile, Israeli efforts to participate in the Paris Air Show have faced diplomatic hurdles, though Israeli defense companies remain active in international markets.
In Israel’s political arena, Defense Minister Bezalel Smotrich emphasized the importance of maintaining government stability during wartime, warning against early elections which he described as a “existential threat” to the country’s security. Similarly, opposition figures and supporters of the BDS movement continue to stir controversy, with some promising to challenge Israeli policies and support anti-Israel protest
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