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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-26 at 14:06

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HEADLINES
1. Iran’s Leader Declares Victory Amid Regional Chaos
2. Israel’s Precise Strikes Deal Heavy Blow to Iran’s Nukes
3. US Confirms Record-Breaking Complex Iran Nuclear Operation

The time is now 10:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

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"Israel_Iran_conflict": {
"current_status": "Israel has engaged in a 12-day war with Iran, which includes missile attacks, targeted airstrikes, and ongoing hostilities. Iran claims victory and downplays damages, while Israel emphasizes its defensive successes.",
"key_events": [
"Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, publicly declared victory over Israel, claiming Iran nearly brought Israel to its knees through ballistic missile strikes.",
"Khamenei mocked US President Donald Trump’s calls for Iran to surrender, asserting Iran’s resilience and unity among its people."
],
"international_reactions": [
"US officials describe the Israeli strikes as highly complex and successful, with some indicating that Iran’s nuclear program has been significantly impacted.",
"US military leaders, including General Dan Caine, confirmed precise and effective targeting during operations at nuclear sites in Iran."
],
"military_strikes": [
"Israel targeted multiple Iranian missile bases, including the Khomeyn missile base, with reports of explosions and damage; the exact cause of recent explosions remains uncertain.",
"The US conducted a precise operation at a nuclear site in Iran, which they describe as one of the most complex ever, with indications that Iran may have attempted to move highly enriched uranium."
],
"Iran_proxies": {
"Syrian_government": "Following Bashar al-Assad’s ouster, a new Syrian government is reportedly consolidating power amid regional pressures.",
"Hezbollah": "Hezbollah’s presence has diminished significantly following Israeli military actions; Lebanon is actively working to expel remaining elements.",
"Hamas": "Hamas’s influence in Gaza remains degraded, though the ongoing hostage situation persists. Clashes continue in Gaza, with Israeli strikes killing multiple militants.",
"Houthi_attacks": "Yemen’s Houthi movement continues missile and drone attacks against Israel and regional targets, maintaining pressure from the south."
},
"domestic_israel": {
"politics": "Prime Minister Netanyahu has publicly thanked President Trump for support; court proceedings against Netanyahu are ongoing, with some concerns over delays affecting national security.",
"security": "IDF continues targeted operations against Hamas and other militants in Gaza. Israeli authorities report increased domestic security measures amid regional tensions."
},
"international_impacts": {
"Middle_East": "Regional instability persists, with ongoing clashes and proxy confrontations. Iran’s leadership claims victory, heightening tensions.",
"United_States": "The Trump administration remains supportive of Israel’s actions, emphasizing the success of military operations and the importance of deterring Iran.",
"United_Nations": "Calls for restraint are ongoing, though some member states question Israel’s military responses."
},
"other_noteworthy": [
"A British man was arrested in France attempting to marry a nine-year-old girl in Disneyland Paris, highlighting concerns over child exploitation.",
"Recent explosions at Iranian missile bases and detention of IRGC members in Urmia on charges of espionage for Israel signal ongoing covert conflicts.",
"Israel reports the destruction of Iran’s nuclear capabilities, with images and videos released by military officials showing the aftermath of targeted

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