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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-07-07 at 02:04
HEADLINES
1. Yemen Houthi missile strikes ignite Israeli alarm
2. Gaza’s Hamas loses 80% control amid fierce fighting
3. Israel targets Hezbollah, Yemen in escalating regional clashes
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 10 p.m., the security situation across Israel remains tense amid ongoing missile and rocket fire from multiple sources. Sirens sounded earlier in southern Israel, the West Bank, and Jerusalem due to missile launches from Yemen by the Houthi movement, which has also claimed responsibility for several recent attacks. Israeli defense systems intercepted some of these projectiles, but the threat persists with additional launches expected. The IDF has identified a missile originating from Yemen and responded by striking three Houthi ports, a power station, and a vessel in the Red Sea used for terrorist activities, according to Defense Minister Katz.
In Gaza, the security landscape has deteriorated sharply. A report indicates Hamas has lost approximately 80% of its control over the territory, with most of its leadership either dead or incapacitated. The ongoing hostilities, coupled with the hostage crisis, continue to dominate Israeli strategic considerations. Meanwhile, in the north, Israel’s military has targeted a ship known as the 'Galaxy Leader'—a vessel hijacked by the Houthis and turned into a propaganda tool depicting their conflict against Israel and the West.
Further complicating regional stability, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has suffered significant losses, reportedly decimated by Israeli Defense Forces during recent operations, and Lebanon is actively seeking to expel remaining militant elements. The broader Middle East remains volatile, with Yemen’s Houthi rebels launching missile and drone attacks into Israeli territory, and recent reports of the group's missile fire from Yemen highlight the ongoing threat.
Internationally, tensions have also heightened with the United States. President Donald Trump criticized the recent formation of a new political party by Elon Musk, dismissing the move as "gag-worthy." Trump also reaffirmed his administration’s stance on the Middle East, emphasizing support for Israel’s right to defend itself, even as he accused others of politicizing security concerns. The Biden administration continues to monitor the escalation, with some reports suggesting increased US engagement in regional diplomacy.
Back in the United States, the aftermath of devastating flooding in Texas has claimed at least 78 lives, including 28 children. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with search parties still looking for 11 missing campers. President Trump, who has criticized recent cuts to the National Weather Service, has pledged to visit the area on Friday to assess the disaster firsthand.
Meanwhile, in Israel, domestic issues remain pressing. A soldier who struggled with mental health following the October 7 Gaza conflict took his own life, highlighting ongoing concerns about the psychological toll on military personnel. Other stories include a rare collection of historic photographs of Israeli childhood in the 1940s and 1950s released by KKL-JNF, reflecting on a bygone era of innocence.
On the international front, the Israeli military also conducted strikes across Yemen, targeting Houthi ports and infrastructure in response to missile threats. The region’s delicate balance persists, with ongoing hostilities, international diplomatic maneuvers, and the ever-present threat of escalation.
This is the latest update. More details will follow as the situation develops.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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