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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-28 at 06:03
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Iran mourns key military figures killed in Israeli strikes
Yemen missile intercepts ignite Israel’s security alert
Trump claims he thwarted Iran’s assassination plans
The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At two a.m., significant developments continue to unfold across the Middle East and beyond. In Iran, the nation is mourning as the first funerals have begun for key military and nuclear figures killed in recent Israeli strikes. Reports indicate that high-ranking officials including Hussein Salami, commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and Mohammad Bagheri, chief of staff of the armed forces, are being laid to rest. Also among the deceased are Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Tahranchi, a physicist and former university president, and Dr. Fereydoun Abasi, former head of Iran’s atomic energy organization, who was targeted alongside his wife in an assassination attempt years ago. These events mark the first such funerals since the recent ceasefire agreement, underscoring the ongoing tensions.
Meanwhile, Israel’s defenses were put to the test early Saturday morning when a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted over southern Israel. Sirens sounded across multiple cities, including Beersheba, Dimona, and Eilat, but no injuries or damage have been reported. The missile was believed to be launched by Houthi militants, who have limited involvement recently but remain a concern. Israeli military systems successfully intercepted the threat, emphasizing the country’s preparedness despite a recent period of relative calm following a ceasefire with Iran.
In related security incidents, a vehicle collision occurred in Bat Yam, injuring two men aged 50 and 79 in moderate condition, and six others were injured in a separate accident near Beit Zayit, with a 25-year-old woman sustaining moderate injuries. Additionally, a serious injury was reported in Ramat Gan, where a 40-year-old man was critically hurt after slipping on an electric scooter. Paramedics responded swiftly, providing advanced life support before transporting him to Sheba Hospital in Tel Hashomer. His condition remains critical but stable following emergency procedures.
Israeli military activity continues with the interception of a single missile from Yemen, part of a broader pattern of regional missile launches. The IDF confirmed that multiple alerts were issued in southern and central districts, with residents advised to seek shelter. The recent surge in missile activity coincides with a series of rocket and drone attacks from Gaza, which have also involved degraded Hamas forces amid ongoing hostage negotiations.
Internationally, former US President Donald Trump made a statement emphasizing his involvement in regional security. He claimed to have known the whereabouts of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, and asserted that he prevented Israel from eliminating him during recent conflicts. Trump also criticized Iran’s regime, urging Tehran to return to the global order, warning that failure to do so would lead to further instability.
In the broader picture, the region remains volatile. Israel’s focus on defending its borders and preventing escalation is evident, especially with ongoing threats from Iran-backed groups and the Houthi movement in Yemen. The international community watches closely as tensions in the Middle East persist, with diplomatic efforts struggling to contain the recent flare-ups.
This is your update. We will continue to monitor these developments and bring you the latest information as it becomes available.
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