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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-12 at 12:04
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Iran tests deadly missile amid regional tensions
Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens as aid faces obstacles
Hezbollah ramps up drone arsenal fueling Israel conflict
The time is now 08:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Today, Israel faces a multi-front conflict involving Iran and its proxies across seven key regions. The Israeli military continues to confront threats from Iran, which has announced a large-scale military exercise focusing on enemy movements, signaling heightened regional tensions. Iran has also conducted a successful test of a missile equipped with a two-ton warhead, escalating its military capabilities amid ongoing nuclear negotiations and threats to US interests in the Middle East. Iranian media reports indicate that Iran is prepared to attack US military outposts if negotiations over its nuclear program stall further.
In the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian situation remains dire. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports 103 deaths and 427 injuries in Gaza over the past 24 hours, figures considered high by analysts given the intensity and nature of ongoing hostilities. Despite Israel’s efforts to allow aid into Gaza, including recent deliveries facilitated by the United Nations, aid convoys face daily threats and obstacles from Hamas, which continues to fire on aid workers and civilians attempting to reach assistance points.
Meanwhile, the United Nations General Assembly is scheduled to vote on a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages held by Hamas, and the opening of border crossings for humanitarian aid. Although the resolution is not legally binding, it reflects significant international concern and calls for adherence to international law by Israel, which remains under strict security measures. The Security Council previously failed to pass a similar resolution due to a US veto, highlighting the geopolitical divisions surrounding the conflict.
In the West Bank, tensions persist with clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian protesters. The Israeli government has also been dealing with domestic political developments, including the resignation of the leader of the United Torah Judaism party, Rabbi Yitzhak Goldknopf, from the government coalition, signaling shifts within Israel’s political landscape amid the security crisis.
On the northern front, Hezbollah continues its military buildup. Reports indicate that Hezbollah is actively repairing and expanding its drone force with assistance from Iran, aiming to enhance its capabilities for future conflicts with Israel. Israeli military sources warn that Hezbollah has hidden hundreds of drones and weapons sites in southern Lebanon, which remain a significant threat. The group’s intentions appear focused on a strategic confrontation, possibly leveraging new drone tactics inspired by recent Russian military practices in Ukraine.
In Syria, Israeli forces conducted an overnight raid in the Damascus countryside, detaining Hamas operatives suspected of planning attacks against Israel. Iran, meanwhile, has launched military exercises emphasizing “enemy movements,” further indicating escalation in the region. Reports also suggest that Iranian ships have suffered unexplained fires, raising regional security concerns.
Across the broader Middle East, regional powers continue to monitor the situation closely. The United States has evacuated personnel from Baghdad and is limiting embassy staff movement in Israel due to heightened threats, while advocating for coordinated international efforts to de-escalate tensions. Diplomatic discussions between the US and Iran are ongoing, with reports of a potential sixth round of nuclear negotiations in Muscat. Iran’s recent missile tests and threats of regional attacks underscore the volatility.
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