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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-01-14 at 07:06
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- Crown Prince Urges Iran's Army to Defect
- Ayandeh Bank Collapse Deepens Iran's Economic Crisis
- US Unveils Gaza Governance Plan, Peace Council
The time is now 2:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Good evening. Tonight, a wave of unrest continues to roil Iran as demonstrations against the regime enter a third week, prompting a broad set of responses across the region and the world. The Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi issued a public appeal to members of Iran’s armed forces, urging them to abandon the regime and join the opposition. In a message circulated on social media, he framed the army as the nation’s force, not the regime’s, and said American support would come to help the protesters. He also warned that there is not much time left to choose their loyalties, emphasizing the moral imperative to protect ordinary Iranians.
The death toll from the protests remains difficult to pin down with precision, reflecting the chaotic and highly contested reporting environment inside the country. Iranian authorities and independent groups have offered varying tallies. A US-based rights group, HRANA, has verified thousands of deaths among protesters and has noted that the overall toll includes a significant number of government-affiliated individuals and non protesters. Some outlets have quoted higher figures in recent days, highlighting the scale and gravity of the crackdown and the risk to civilians.
Across the United States, President Donald Trump has weighed in on the situation, asserting that “help is on the way.” The administration has also advised American citizens to depart Iran promptly, citing safety concerns, and has left open a spectrum of possible responses, including sanctions and other pressure measures, while signaling a willingness to consider additional options in coordination with allies. In Tehran, authorities have described the crackdown as a necessary measure to restore order, while critics say the actions amount to a sweeping suppression of dissent.
The Iranian government has moved to curb communications as part of its effort to control the spread of information from the streets. Internet access and phone networks have been degraded or temporarily shut down, complicating reporting and coordination for protesters and observers. Some digital services and satellite connections have been disrupted but not entirely eliminated, leading to ongoing attempts by observers and supporters to monitor developments from outside the country.
In parallel, regional and international observers are watching how these events intersect with broader geopolitical shifts. The Palestinian Authority has reiterated its support for China’s One China policy, a stance reflected in recent official statements. The PA’s position illustrates how regional actors are aligning themselves with major powers in ways that could influence diplomacy and potential mediation efforts in the Middle East.
On the geopolitical front, reports indicate that US policy toward the Gaza situation is moving toward a second phase of a broader plan to stabilize the enclave. Officials have discussed shifting to governance structures that include a peace council and a technocrat-led administration, with the United States signaling readiness to support stabilization efforts while leaving open questions about the role of international security forces. The development underscores the fragility of ceasefire arrangements and the enduring complexity of achieving durable governance in Gaza.
Economically, Iran’s banking sector is under renewed stress. The collapse of Ayandeh Bank and associated banking vulnerabilities have intensified concerns about the regime’s ability to sustain subsidies and maintain public trust as inflation remains high and the rial weakens. Economists and observers say the financial strain c
- Crown Prince Urges Iran's Army to Defect
- Ayandeh Bank Collapse Deepens Iran's Economic Crisis
- US Unveils Gaza Governance Plan, Peace Council
The time is now 2:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Good evening. Tonight, a wave of unrest continues to roil Iran as demonstrations against the regime enter a third week, prompting a broad set of responses across the region and the world. The Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi issued a public appeal to members of Iran’s armed forces, urging them to abandon the regime and join the opposition. In a message circulated on social media, he framed the army as the nation’s force, not the regime’s, and said American support would come to help the protesters. He also warned that there is not much time left to choose their loyalties, emphasizing the moral imperative to protect ordinary Iranians.
The death toll from the protests remains difficult to pin down with precision, reflecting the chaotic and highly contested reporting environment inside the country. Iranian authorities and independent groups have offered varying tallies. A US-based rights group, HRANA, has verified thousands of deaths among protesters and has noted that the overall toll includes a significant number of government-affiliated individuals and non protesters. Some outlets have quoted higher figures in recent days, highlighting the scale and gravity of the crackdown and the risk to civilians.
Across the United States, President Donald Trump has weighed in on the situation, asserting that “help is on the way.” The administration has also advised American citizens to depart Iran promptly, citing safety concerns, and has left open a spectrum of possible responses, including sanctions and other pressure measures, while signaling a willingness to consider additional options in coordination with allies. In Tehran, authorities have described the crackdown as a necessary measure to restore order, while critics say the actions amount to a sweeping suppression of dissent.
The Iranian government has moved to curb communications as part of its effort to control the spread of information from the streets. Internet access and phone networks have been degraded or temporarily shut down, complicating reporting and coordination for protesters and observers. Some digital services and satellite connections have been disrupted but not entirely eliminated, leading to ongoing attempts by observers and supporters to monitor developments from outside the country.
In parallel, regional and international observers are watching how these events intersect with broader geopolitical shifts. The Palestinian Authority has reiterated its support for China’s One China policy, a stance reflected in recent official statements. The PA’s position illustrates how regional actors are aligning themselves with major powers in ways that could influence diplomacy and potential mediation efforts in the Middle East.
On the geopolitical front, reports indicate that US policy toward the Gaza situation is moving toward a second phase of a broader plan to stabilize the enclave. Officials have discussed shifting to governance structures that include a peace council and a technocrat-led administration, with the United States signaling readiness to support stabilization efforts while leaving open questions about the role of international security forces. The development underscores the fragility of ceasefire arrangements and the enduring complexity of achieving durable governance in Gaza.
Economically, Iran’s banking sector is under renewed stress. The collapse of Ayandeh Bank and associated banking vulnerabilities have intensified concerns about the regime’s ability to sustain subsidies and maintain public trust as inflation remains high and the rial weakens. Economists and observers say the financial strain c