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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-24 at 16:04
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Iran Celebrates Ceasefire Despite Ongoing Missile Attacks
Israeli Tragedy: Young Soldiers Killed in Iran Strike
Iranian Celebrations Mask Deadly Toll in Israel
The time is now 12:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At noon, the region remains tense amid ongoing conflicts and recent developments across the Middle East and Israel. A ceasefire has been declared between Iran and Israel, following nearly two weeks of hostilities that saw significant military actions on both sides. Despite the pause, concerns persist over the durability of this truce, especially with reports of continued Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Israeli territories, resulting in casualties and injuries.
In Israel, the toll of the conflict is profound. A tragic incident in Be’er Sheva left an 18-year-old IDF soldier, Corporal Eitan Zacks, and his 18-year-old girlfriend, Noa Boguslavsky from Arad, dead, killed by an Iranian missile strike just before the ceasefire commenced. Additionally, four other civilians and soldiers lost their lives in the attack, which also wounded dozens. The violence extended to southern cities, with heavy damage reported and fears of further escalation.
In northern Israel, a significant missile was intercepted near Highway 781 in the Galilee, with bomb disposal units confirming the destruction of an Iranian-produced projectile. Authorities caution the public to remain vigilant for unexploded ordnance. Meanwhile, a civilian in Taybe, a town in central Israel, suffered burns from a gas balloon explosion, prompting medical attention but with a stable condition reported.
In Iran, the atmosphere is marked by celebrations and military activity. Thousands gathered in Tehran’s Revolution Square, celebrating what Iranian officials call a “divine victory” following recent missile and drone assaults on Israel. However, the strikes have caused widespread destruction and have reportedly killed 29 people and injured over 3,000 across Israel. The Iranian regime continues to assert its offensive capabilities despite international calls for restraint.
Recent targeted strikes in Iran have resulted in the killing of several high-ranking military officials. Notably, General Mohammad Taki Youssefvand, head of the military intelligence department of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and other senior officers, were reportedly eliminated in aerial attacks in Lorestan and Alborz provinces. The Iranian government has confirmed these losses, emphasizing ongoing security operations.
Meanwhile, in Syria, a suicide bombing at Saint Elias Church in Damascus claimed 25 lives and wounded dozens. The attack was attributed by authorities to a little-known Sunni extremist group, Saraya Ansar al-Sunna, which denied government claims of responsibility and warned of further violence. The incident has heightened fears of sectarian unrest, with security forces conducting arrests amid a backdrop of regional instability.
In Lebanon, Hezbollah has suffered heavy losses from recent Israeli military actions, and Lebanon’s government is under pressure to expel militant groups from its territory. The Israeli military reports that over 88 Hamas militants have been neutralized in Gaza today, as the conflict persists in the enclave, where Israeli forces continue operations against Hamas infrastructure.
In the broader international context, former US President Donald Trump has publicly claimed that both Israel and Iran sought to end hostilities, with him asserting that he previously destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities and helped halt conflict. Meanwhile, the US under the current administration continues to monitor the developments, emphasizing the importance of regional stability and supporting diplomatic efforts.
Amid the chaos, concerns grow about the humanitarian situation. Repo
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