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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-18 at 01:02
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HEADLINES
- Khamenei vows to sink US carriers
- VP says Iran talks progress red lines
- Israel opens ride-hailing market with taxi fund
The time is now 1:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran's Supreme Leader again threatened the United States, dismissed its military presence in the region, mocked President Trump, and reaffirmed Iran's refusal to limit either its missile program or its nuclear ambitions, speaking to Iranians with a defiant tone. He acknowledged the power of American carriers and the regional buildup but warned that a warship is dangerous and the weapon capable of sinking it is even more dangerous. He directed a personal taunt at President Trump, calling remarks that the United States had not eliminated the Islamic Republic "a good confession." The statements come as Tehran maintains command of a broad network of proxies and a sizeable missile arsenal. A separate report notes that more threats from the Iranian leader have followed, underscoring a continuing hard line. Open-source intelligence assessments say the nuclear-powered submarine Georgia is in the Persian Gulf region, armed with 154 Tomahawk missiles and ready for a mission. The submarine—central to American deterrence—has been moving under United States Central Command oversight since August 2024 and is said to have participated in a June 2025 operation that launched dozens of missiles at targets inside Iran. Officials describe Georgia as a potential initial strike platform in a large-scale confrontation. Yesterday, Khamenei threatened to sink United States aircraft carriers, a remark issued on the same day Tehran said it sought a new agreement. Taken together, the statements paint a high-stakes standoff as Washington maintains deterrence while Tehran signals its resolve.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, US Vice President discussed negotiations with Iran, saying that in some ways the talks went well and that both sides agreed to meet again, but it was also clear that the president has laid down red lines that the Iranians are not yet willing to acknowledge or work through.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, a protest was held outside the home of Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. The Knesset Economics Committee has finished discussing a bill to open the online ride-hailing market, with the proposal requiring operators to contribute a portion of their revenues to a fund that would compensate taxi drivers who exit the industry.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.
SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887009
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68859
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68855
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68853
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68858
https://t.me/newssil/191855
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1286175
- Khamenei vows to sink US carriers
- VP says Iran talks progress red lines
- Israel opens ride-hailing market with taxi fund
The time is now 1:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran's Supreme Leader again threatened the United States, dismissed its military presence in the region, mocked President Trump, and reaffirmed Iran's refusal to limit either its missile program or its nuclear ambitions, speaking to Iranians with a defiant tone. He acknowledged the power of American carriers and the regional buildup but warned that a warship is dangerous and the weapon capable of sinking it is even more dangerous. He directed a personal taunt at President Trump, calling remarks that the United States had not eliminated the Islamic Republic "a good confession." The statements come as Tehran maintains command of a broad network of proxies and a sizeable missile arsenal. A separate report notes that more threats from the Iranian leader have followed, underscoring a continuing hard line. Open-source intelligence assessments say the nuclear-powered submarine Georgia is in the Persian Gulf region, armed with 154 Tomahawk missiles and ready for a mission. The submarine—central to American deterrence—has been moving under United States Central Command oversight since August 2024 and is said to have participated in a June 2025 operation that launched dozens of missiles at targets inside Iran. Officials describe Georgia as a potential initial strike platform in a large-scale confrontation. Yesterday, Khamenei threatened to sink United States aircraft carriers, a remark issued on the same day Tehran said it sought a new agreement. Taken together, the statements paint a high-stakes standoff as Washington maintains deterrence while Tehran signals its resolve.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, US Vice President discussed negotiations with Iran, saying that in some ways the talks went well and that both sides agreed to meet again, but it was also clear that the president has laid down red lines that the Iranians are not yet willing to acknowledge or work through.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, a protest was held outside the home of Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. The Knesset Economics Committee has finished discussing a bill to open the online ride-hailing market, with the proposal requiring operators to contribute a portion of their revenues to a fund that would compensate taxi drivers who exit the industry.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.
SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-887009
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68859
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68855
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68853
https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/68858
https://t.me/newssil/191855
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1286175