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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-07-02 at 02:06
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Israel Campaign Targets Hamas Infrastructure Amid Civilian Toll
Trump Urges Hamas Acceptance of Last Chance Ceasefire Deal
Iran Mines Strait of Hormuz as Regional Tensions Escalate
The time is now 10:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At ten o'clock tonight, we continue to monitor an evolving and complex situation in the Middle East. Israel remains engaged in a military campaign aimed at degrading Hamas's capabilities in Gaza, with ongoing operations reported to have resulted in the deaths of at least twenty-six civilians this Tuesday alone. Israeli forces have expanded their reach within Gaza, targeting what they describe as terror infrastructure and terrorist personnel, while Gaza’s medical facilities remain overwhelmed amid severe restrictions on supplies, according to the Red Cross.
Meanwhile, international efforts to broker a ceasefire are intensifying. United States President Donald Trump has publicly urged Hamas to accept a proposed sixty-day ceasefire, asserting that Israel has agreed to the conditions necessary for such a deal. Trump’s administration claims to have engaged in extensive negotiations with Israeli officials, Qatar, and Egypt, with mediators tasked with delivering a final proposal. Trump warned that failure to accept this offer would only lead to further deterioration, emphasizing that “it will only get worse.” He also expressed hope that Hamas would seize the opportunity for peace, noting that the current window may be the last chance for a meaningful resolution.
In parallel, reports from Israel indicate that the country’s military continues its efforts to dismantle Hamas’s military capabilities, including recent operations in northern and southern Gaza. Israeli tanks have been deployed at the border, and the army states it has eliminated dozens of terrorists and destroyed numerous terror infrastructure sites both above and below ground.
On the diplomatic front, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with US officials next week, amid mounting international pressure to halt hostilities and secure the release of remaining hostages held by Hamas. Hamas officials have signaled willingness to consider any proposals that would lead to a permanent ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces, though they have noted that so far, no breakthrough has been achieved.
Across the region, Iran continues to position itself strategically. Reports from US officials suggest Tehran has prepared to mine the Strait of Hormuz, a move that underscores ongoing tensions and the potential for broader conflict involving Iran. Additionally, Iran’s domestic political landscape appears to be shifting, with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi convening a summit of Iranian dissidents to bolster efforts against the current regime.
In Lebanon, Hezbollah has suffered significant losses at the hands of the Israeli Defense Forces, with reports indicating their decimation in recent clashes. Lebanon’s government is also under pressure to expel remaining Hezbollah elements, amid concerns about regional destabilization. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthi rebels continue missile and drone attacks from their territory, contributing further to the volatile security environment.
On the American front, President Donald Trump has reiterated his call for Israel to accept the proposed ceasefire, framing it as an opportunity to end the conflict once and for all. His administration remains engaged in diplomatic efforts, with high-level talks involving Qatar and Egypt aimed at finalizing the terms of a truce.
Amid these developments, domestic issues within Israel persist, including concerns over environmental safety following recent incidents at the Ashdod refinery, where a disruption caused black smoke and raised environmental alarms. Israeli authorities are investigating t
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