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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-25 at 17:04

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HEADLINES
1. Iran’s Nuclear Setback Sparks Regional Tensions
2. Israel Intercepts Iranian Drones Amid Escalating Conflict
3. Global Powers Brace as Middle East War Intensifies

The time is now 01:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

At one o'clock in the afternoon, the situation in the Middle East remains highly volatile and complex. Recent developments indicate a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, with President Donald Trump suggesting that US and Iranian officials are set to hold talks next week, despite Iran's official silence on the matter. Trump emphasized that US strikes have significantly damaged Iran’s nuclear capabilities, claiming that the nuclear program has been set back by many years. Israel’s Atomic Energy Commission confirmed that the attack on the Fordow facility has rendered it largely inoperable, marking a substantial setback for Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

Meanwhile, Iran’s parliament has voted to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, further complicating diplomatic efforts. Iran’s leaders have responded with strong rhetoric, including chants of “Death to America, Death to Israel,” and the announcement that the funeral of Iran's top military commander, General Qassem Soleimani, has been canceled due to security concerns. Reports also confirm that a missile attack on an Iranian base in Mashhad caused a house to collapse, and there have been multiple gas explosions in Tehran and Kermanshah, with fatalities and injuries reported.

On the ground, Israeli military operations continue. The Israel Defense Forces intercepted hundreds of unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran, with most being shot down outside Israeli territory. Israeli authorities also report the destruction of several Iranian drone launch sites. In Israel, security measures have intensified, including a surge in gun license applications—over 400,000 since October 7—reflecting heightened civilian alertness following Hamas’s attacks that resulted in over 1,200 Israeli deaths and thousands of injuries.

Lebanon’s efforts to expel Hezbollah, which has been decimated in recent Israeli strikes, are ongoing, as the Lebanese government seeks to reassert control amidst internal and external pressures. In Syria, President Bashar al-Assad’s government is reportedly engaged in negotiations with Israel aimed at establishing diplomatic relations, a move that could reshape regional alliances.

Internationally, NATO has agreed to a new defense spending target of five percent of GDP by 2035, with Spain securing flexible compliance due to budget constraints. In Asia, severe flooding in China has prompted the evacuation of over 80,000 residents in Guangxi province. Meanwhile, in the United States, political tensions persist as President Trump maintains that the recent strikes have crippled Iran’s nuclear efforts, and US officials continue to communicate with Iran, though Tehran has yet to acknowledge upcoming talks.

In the broader context, Turkey’s President Erdogan has expressed optimism about obtaining F-35 fighter jets from the United States, while Israeli and American military sources confirm ongoing operations against Iranian drone threats, with many being intercepted outside Israeli airspace. The region remains tense, with military, diplomatic, and internal security challenges converging as the global community watches closely.

Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.

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