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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-23 at 02:02
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Iran missiles carry half-ton warheads
IRGC-led Hezbollah prep for direct confrontation
Trump weighs bigger Iran attack options
The time is now 2:01 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, former MK Matan Kahana said the Iranian ballistic missile threat should not be underestimated, drawing a line between missiles and nuclear weapons by comparing their potential impact to the Hiroshima bomb when scaled to massive numbers. He described the missiles as carrying a warhead of about half a ton of explosives and warned that even with a large arsenal, Iran’s air force would lag behind Israeli and Western air power, noting outdated planes and systems. He praised the courage of IAF pilots who fought in the last war with Iran and said flying to Iran is a significant challenge.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a Hebrew-language report discussed heightened readiness as tensions with Iran loom, including references to possible moves by the United States in coming months and discussions around how hard to press Iran, with mentions that Trump is weighing stronger steps.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, an editorial described how, as the US military buildup grows, Iran is tightening its grip on proxy forces across the Middle East to prepare for a potential direct confrontation. The piece notes Tehran’s effort to consolidate control over its axis of resistance, with reports that Hezbollah in Lebanon is now overseen by IRGC officers who are supervising intensified military and security preparations, rebuilding infrastructure, and potentially directing strategic war plans. It also mentions ongoing Israeli strikes aimed at dismantling terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon and at operatives, including a weekend operation that killed eight terrorists.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran was reported to have struck a deal with Russia to purchase thousands of shoulder-launched air defense missiles in exchange for half a billion euros, according to the Financial Times.
In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Jewish nationalists reportedly left revenge graffiti and set fire to the Abu Bakr al-Taddiq mosque entrance in the village of Tel, south of Nablus, Palestinian media reported. The attackers reportedly left graffiti with slogans such as "price tag" and "revenge." This is developing.
In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), a report on Hamas’ propaganda apparatus details cartoons, blacklists and covert operatives. Research based on files captured in Gaza describes Hamas’ media plans before the war, including blacklists of normalization supporters, paid social media campaigns and psychological warfare led by a close Sinwar aide.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, Trump is weighing a much bigger attack in coming months that could topple Iran’s regime if it refuses to accept demands on its nuclear program, with reports of options ranging from a weeklong campaign to a smaller wave of strikes. The aim described by outlets includes targeting the IRGC headquarters, Iran’s nuclear sites, or its ballistic missile program, while discussions also mention a potential off-ramp such as a limited nuclear enrichment program for medical research.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, security officials say the aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is located south of Italy and will soon arrive near the coast of Israel, with video of movements tied to Straits of Gibraltar cited by sources as context for the deployment.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, today in the Knesset a session with 40 signatories is underway during which Prime Minister Netanyahu and opposition leader Lapid will address the chamber.
In Israeli Domestic Poli
Iran missiles carry half-ton warheads
IRGC-led Hezbollah prep for direct confrontation
Trump weighs bigger Iran attack options
The time is now 2:01 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, former MK Matan Kahana said the Iranian ballistic missile threat should not be underestimated, drawing a line between missiles and nuclear weapons by comparing their potential impact to the Hiroshima bomb when scaled to massive numbers. He described the missiles as carrying a warhead of about half a ton of explosives and warned that even with a large arsenal, Iran’s air force would lag behind Israeli and Western air power, noting outdated planes and systems. He praised the courage of IAF pilots who fought in the last war with Iran and said flying to Iran is a significant challenge.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a Hebrew-language report discussed heightened readiness as tensions with Iran loom, including references to possible moves by the United States in coming months and discussions around how hard to press Iran, with mentions that Trump is weighing stronger steps.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, an editorial described how, as the US military buildup grows, Iran is tightening its grip on proxy forces across the Middle East to prepare for a potential direct confrontation. The piece notes Tehran’s effort to consolidate control over its axis of resistance, with reports that Hezbollah in Lebanon is now overseen by IRGC officers who are supervising intensified military and security preparations, rebuilding infrastructure, and potentially directing strategic war plans. It also mentions ongoing Israeli strikes aimed at dismantling terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon and at operatives, including a weekend operation that killed eight terrorists.
In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran was reported to have struck a deal with Russia to purchase thousands of shoulder-launched air defense missiles in exchange for half a billion euros, according to the Financial Times.
In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), Jewish nationalists reportedly left revenge graffiti and set fire to the Abu Bakr al-Taddiq mosque entrance in the village of Tel, south of Nablus, Palestinian media reported. The attackers reportedly left graffiti with slogans such as "price tag" and "revenge." This is developing.
In the Disputed Territories (Gaza, Judea and Samaria, East Jerusalem), a report on Hamas’ propaganda apparatus details cartoons, blacklists and covert operatives. Research based on files captured in Gaza describes Hamas’ media plans before the war, including blacklists of normalization supporters, paid social media campaigns and psychological warfare led by a close Sinwar aide.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, Trump is weighing a much bigger attack in coming months that could topple Iran’s regime if it refuses to accept demands on its nuclear program, with reports of options ranging from a weeklong campaign to a smaller wave of strikes. The aim described by outlets includes targeting the IRGC headquarters, Iran’s nuclear sites, or its ballistic missile program, while discussions also mention a potential off-ramp such as a limited nuclear enrichment program for medical research.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, security officials say the aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is located south of Italy and will soon arrive near the coast of Israel, with video of movements tied to Straits of Gibraltar cited by sources as context for the deployment.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, today in the Knesset a session with 40 signatories is underway during which Prime Minister Netanyahu and opposition leader Lapid will address the chamber.
In Israeli Domestic Poli