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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-19 at 08:06
HEADLINES
1. Iran Launches 30 Missiles Targeting Israel
2. Israel Strikes Iranian Targets Amid Escalating War
3. Hezbollah Commander Killed in Israel’s Precision Strike
The time is now 04:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 4 a.m., the Israeli Home Front Command continues its coordinated efforts at the scene of the missile strike in Ramat Gan, assessing injuries and trapped individuals following the recent attack. Meanwhile, firefighting teams from Haifa responded earlier today to a fire caused by fragments of ammunition that fell in a wooded area of the Carmel Park, highlighting ongoing security concerns related to military material in open areas.
Late last night, Israel’s military announced the targeted elimination of Hezbollah’s anti-tank commander, Mohammad Ahmad Khreiss, in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh region. Khreiss, responsible for numerous attacks including the deadly anti-tank missile assault on Mount Dov in April, was killed during an IDF strike on Hezbollah positions. Israeli officials emphasized that this action aims to weaken Hezbollah's capabilities amid heightened tensions.
In Gaza, the situation remains tense with the ongoing hostage crisis, while Hamas’s military strength appears to be diminishing, compounded by Israeli operations that have severely impacted their infrastructure and leadership. Concurrently, the Houthi movement in Yemen continues missile and drone attacks against Israel, with reports indicating multiple projectiles launched overnight, demonstrating the expanding regional threat.
Israel’s government has responded decisively to the recent barrage of missiles. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Iran's actions, promising to hold Tehran accountable and vowing a forceful response. Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz described Iran’s leadership as sitting in fortified bunkers, firing at civilian targets and committing war crimes, and has instructed the IDF to escalate strikes against Iranian strategic sites and military assets.
The ongoing hostilities have prompted international reactions, with the United States under the current administration indicating support for Israeli security measures. British naval forces, including the aircraft carrier Queen Elizabeth with F-35 fighters, have crossed the Suez Canal, with some officials suggesting they may join future efforts against Iran if necessary.
In a significant development, Iran launched approximately 30 ballistic missiles at Israel early this morning, striking multiple locations including the Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, which was hit directly. The attack resulted in at least six serious injuries and damage to the hospital. Israeli authorities responded swiftly, with the military claiming to have intercepted many incoming projectiles and conducted retaliatory strikes on Iranian targets, including a nuclear reactor in Arak and military facilities across Tehran.
Israeli leaders have issued stern warnings. Prime Minister Netanyahu pledged full retribution, while Defense Minister Katz labeled Iran’s leadership as cowardly and responsible for war crimes. In a related message, Russian President Vladimir Putin affirmed ongoing communications with Netanyahu and expressed concern over Iran’s nuclear activities, emphasizing that Russia’s partnership with Iran does not include military cooperation and that Tehran has not requested assistance.
Amid these developments, concerns persist about regional stability. Iranian channels have circulated images of missile arsenals and Quranic verses threatening revenge, while the Iranian government claims that its missile strikes targeted military command centers, asserting the operation was aimed at strategic military objectives. Israel, on the other hand, maintains that its strikes are essential to neutralize threats and prevent nuclear
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