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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-01-14 at 09:07
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Thailand crane collapse kills 25 80 injured
Phase II Gaza plan aims peace council
Iran crackdown leaves 2403 dead 18k detained
The time is now 4:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 4:00 AM, this is the region’s daily update.
In Thailand, a crane collapsing onto an active passenger train in the northeast has raised the death toll to 25 with about 80 people injured. Police say there are more bodies in the wreckage that have not yet been retrieved as rescue teams press on in difficult conditions.
In Gaza, the expectation is building that US President Donald Trump will announce Phase II of the ceasefire. The plan reportedly includes the creation of a peace council and the formation of a Palestinian technocratic government, even as the first phase remains anchored by the condition that all hostages be returned. The remains of Staff Sergeant Major Ran Gvili are still believed to be in Gaza, with his family and supporters urging that his return be secured before any onward steps are taken. Israeli officials have held discussions with partners about the forthcoming phase in light of security considerations and regional consequences.
In Washington, officials describe a tense moment from a recent visit to a Ford plant in Detroit, with the White House saying the president’s reaction was in response to provocation during the encounter. The episode comes as the administration continues to frame foreign policy around interests in trade, defense, and the posture toward Iran and the broader region.
Across the Middle East, Iran’s protests continue to draw international attention. Rights groups say the crackdown has produced a high number of casualties and widespread arrests. The latest verified figures from HARNA indicate at least 2,403 killed in the protests, including 12 minors, and more than 18,000 people detained. Tehran says trials of detainees will be swift and public where possible, while Western governments press for accountability. European leaders have condemned the violence as excessive, and US officials have warned against escalation while supporting peaceful civic expression. Internet access has been intermittent in many areas, complicating the task of verifying events on the ground.
Israel’s regional stance remains guided by security concerns among evolving regional alignments. Israel’s recognition of Somaliland has drawn sharp comment from regional actors, with Somaliland’s leadership describing the move as a mutually beneficial relationship anchored in trade, investment, and security cooperation. Analysts caution that Somaliland’s new status could provoke regional consequences, including responses from non-state actors and neighboring states, as well as heightened scrutiny of foreign military or logistical footprints in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea theater.
In the Palestinian arena, commentary has focused on education reform and governance. A widely cited analysis argues that reform within the Palestinian Authority’s education system remains incomplete, with critics pointing to persistent incitement and the challenges of aligning curricula with broader peace-oriented goals. Western donors and partner states have pressed for substantive changes as part of any broader political track, even as Gaza continues to rely on makeshift schooling and international support in the near term.
Domestically, Jersey City’s outgoing mayor signed antisemitism protection measures intended as guardrails for the next administration, including steps to shield houses of worship and curb discriminatory conduct. The city’s next leadership will navigate expectations from diverse communities and a national discourse on antisemitism and political expression.
In other developments, allegations and reporting on international compliance and domestic politics continue to
Thailand crane collapse kills 25 80 injured
Phase II Gaza plan aims peace council
Iran crackdown leaves 2403 dead 18k detained
The time is now 4:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 4:00 AM, this is the region’s daily update.
In Thailand, a crane collapsing onto an active passenger train in the northeast has raised the death toll to 25 with about 80 people injured. Police say there are more bodies in the wreckage that have not yet been retrieved as rescue teams press on in difficult conditions.
In Gaza, the expectation is building that US President Donald Trump will announce Phase II of the ceasefire. The plan reportedly includes the creation of a peace council and the formation of a Palestinian technocratic government, even as the first phase remains anchored by the condition that all hostages be returned. The remains of Staff Sergeant Major Ran Gvili are still believed to be in Gaza, with his family and supporters urging that his return be secured before any onward steps are taken. Israeli officials have held discussions with partners about the forthcoming phase in light of security considerations and regional consequences.
In Washington, officials describe a tense moment from a recent visit to a Ford plant in Detroit, with the White House saying the president’s reaction was in response to provocation during the encounter. The episode comes as the administration continues to frame foreign policy around interests in trade, defense, and the posture toward Iran and the broader region.
Across the Middle East, Iran’s protests continue to draw international attention. Rights groups say the crackdown has produced a high number of casualties and widespread arrests. The latest verified figures from HARNA indicate at least 2,403 killed in the protests, including 12 minors, and more than 18,000 people detained. Tehran says trials of detainees will be swift and public where possible, while Western governments press for accountability. European leaders have condemned the violence as excessive, and US officials have warned against escalation while supporting peaceful civic expression. Internet access has been intermittent in many areas, complicating the task of verifying events on the ground.
Israel’s regional stance remains guided by security concerns among evolving regional alignments. Israel’s recognition of Somaliland has drawn sharp comment from regional actors, with Somaliland’s leadership describing the move as a mutually beneficial relationship anchored in trade, investment, and security cooperation. Analysts caution that Somaliland’s new status could provoke regional consequences, including responses from non-state actors and neighboring states, as well as heightened scrutiny of foreign military or logistical footprints in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea theater.
In the Palestinian arena, commentary has focused on education reform and governance. A widely cited analysis argues that reform within the Palestinian Authority’s education system remains incomplete, with critics pointing to persistent incitement and the challenges of aligning curricula with broader peace-oriented goals. Western donors and partner states have pressed for substantive changes as part of any broader political track, even as Gaza continues to rely on makeshift schooling and international support in the near term.
Domestically, Jersey City’s outgoing mayor signed antisemitism protection measures intended as guardrails for the next administration, including steps to shield houses of worship and curb discriminatory conduct. The city’s next leadership will navigate expectations from diverse communities and a national discourse on antisemitism and political expression.
In other developments, allegations and reporting on international compliance and domestic politics continue to