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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-16 at 10:04
HEADLINES
1. Iran Launches Ballistic Missiles Amid Rising Tensions
2. Israel Destroys One-Third of Iran’s Missile Launchers
3. Gaza Crisis Deepens as UAE Boosts Humanitarian Aid
The time is now 06:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At six a.m., the situation across Israel and the broader Middle East remains tense and rapidly evolving. The Israel Defense Forces announced that artillery exercises are scheduled to take place in the northern region of the country, specifically in the Upper Galilee, with loud explosions expected during the course of the training.
In a significant escalation, footage has surfaced of Iran launching ballistic missile tests, captured from a commercial aircraft flying over Dubai. Iranian officials claimed that the missile launches included numerous projectiles, raising alarms about the potential scale of Iran’s missile capabilities and the threat they pose to regional stability and Israel’s security.
Israel has responded with a series of targeted military operations. Over the past three days, the IDF reports the destruction of approximately one-third of Iran’s ballistic missile launchers, with last night’s strikes destroying more than twenty missiles before they could be launched at Israeli territory. The Israeli military also confirmed that it has targeted around one hundred military objectives linked to Iran in its ongoing campaign, which aims to neutralize Iran’s missile threat and weaken its regional proxies.
In the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian situation remains dire. Despite ongoing Israeli military actions, which include airstrikes and efforts to recover hostages, the conflict continues to exact a heavy toll on civilians. Meanwhile, reports indicate that the UAE has significantly increased aid deliveries to Gaza, utilizing innovative logistics such as sea routes from Cyprus and floating docks, to bypass land crossings and supply essential goods. The UAE’s assistance, which accounts for over 42% of international aid to Gaza in recent years, emphasizes a blend of humanitarian and strategic diplomacy, seeking political influence while alleviating suffering.
On the Palestinian front, Israeli officials continue to emphasize the importance of securing the release of kidnapped civilians, with statements framing this as both a moral obligation and a national security priority. The military reports the interception of enemy drones, with one drone shot down over Caesarea—where Prime Minister Netanyahu’s residence is located—triggering sirens in the area. The drone’s intrusion highlights the ongoing threat from hostile actors, including Hezbollah and Palestinian groups, which remain active with missile and drone launches from Lebanon, Gaza, and Yemen.
In Lebanon, Hezbollah has suffered significant damage, with the Israeli Defense Forces claiming to have destroyed a substantial portion of the group’s missile capabilities. The Lebanese government is also reportedly undertaking efforts to reduce Hezbollah’s influence within its territory amid ongoing tensions.
Regional security measures are heightened; Iran has ordered residents in Tehran to evacuate certain buildings, as Israeli officials warn of potential targeted strikes. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant reaffirmed that Israel has no intention of harming Iranian civilians but emphasizes that military actions are aimed at military targets and infrastructure.
International involvement continues with the United States deploying refueling aircraft to support Israeli operations, fueling speculation about covert support roles. Meanwhile, Iranian opposition sources reported a non-military explosion at a military base in Kermanshah, which Iran claims was caused by an accidental detonation of arms stored near a hospital—a situation reminiscent of the dangers posed by Iran’s military facilities loc
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