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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-23 at 16:02
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Iran ponders missile strike fears multi-front war
Israel evacuates embassies amid Iranian threats
Underground hospital opens to house 200 patients
The time is now 4:01 PM 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, Abu Ali al-Askari, spokesman for the Iraqi Hezbollah Brigades, said Iran’s security mechanisms and military forces must be on full alert to confront any move aimed at Iran and its borders, particularly in the northwest. The report notes warnings of possible dramatic actions, including references to a decision by Iran to consider a large-scale missile strike against Israel. It also touches on broader Israeli assessments and public commentary about tensions in the region, including remarks about how an attack on Iran could spark a wider war across four fronts.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel may evacuate some embassies and consulates due to heightened threats from Iranian-linked entities, with embassies in Europe, the Far East, and Latin America placed on high alert. An Israeli source told Al Hadath that the threat level is very high and there have been several threat warnings. Israel closed its embassies worldwide on June 13, 2025, after Operation Rising Lion and airstrikes on Iranian military, terror, and nuclear facilities. The US Embassy in Beirut evacuated dozens of non-essential personnel as a precaution.
In Israeli Economy and Business, Technion Israel Institute of Technology was ranked the top university in computer science and artificial intelligence research in Israel and Europe, and 21st worldwide according to CSRankings. The index is based on peer-reviewed conference papers from 2005 to 2025, highlighting Technion as a leading institution in AI research and development. The institute cites a research community of more than 150 AI-focused faculty and staff, and senior officials emphasize a long-term strategy and substantial investment in AI. Separately, Assuta Medical Center in Tel Aviv has opened an underground hospital to expand care capacity during emergencies; the facility is now fully operational and can accommodate about 200 inpatients transferred from hospitals lacking fortification.
In Uplifting News, AI has helped crack the mystery of a 2,000-year-old Roman board game found in the Netherlands. A study led by Dr. Walter Crist used AI-driven simulations in conjunction with use-wear analysis, identifying the limestone slab from Heerlen as a game, evidenced by a carved grid and wear patterns consistent with board game play. In Utah, a 150-year-old bottle unearthed at Alta may contain alcoholic apple cider; the intact cork and historical context have preservationists excited about what it reveals about life in the late 19th century. The long-lost luxury steamer Lac La Belle has been found in Lake Michigan; the 1864-built vessel sank in 1872 after taking on water during a voyage from Milwaukee to Grand Haven, with eight fatalities attributed to the disaster. Finally, about 20 IDF lone soldiers celebrated bar and bat mitzvah ceremonies at the Western Wall Plaza in Jerusalem after completing conversions during service, with roughly 150 additional lone soldiers joining the procession; the event was organized by Ach Gadol, and one participant, Kidist Mengistu, was surprised by her mother’s arrival from abroad.
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.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1288384
Iran ponders missile strike fears multi-front war
Israel evacuates embassies amid Iranian threats
Underground hospital opens to house 200 patients
The time is now 4:01 PM 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, Abu Ali al-Askari, spokesman for the Iraqi Hezbollah Brigades, said Iran’s security mechanisms and military forces must be on full alert to confront any move aimed at Iran and its borders, particularly in the northwest. The report notes warnings of possible dramatic actions, including references to a decision by Iran to consider a large-scale missile strike against Israel. It also touches on broader Israeli assessments and public commentary about tensions in the region, including remarks about how an attack on Iran could spark a wider war across four fronts.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, Israel may evacuate some embassies and consulates due to heightened threats from Iranian-linked entities, with embassies in Europe, the Far East, and Latin America placed on high alert. An Israeli source told Al Hadath that the threat level is very high and there have been several threat warnings. Israel closed its embassies worldwide on June 13, 2025, after Operation Rising Lion and airstrikes on Iranian military, terror, and nuclear facilities. The US Embassy in Beirut evacuated dozens of non-essential personnel as a precaution.
In Israeli Economy and Business, Technion Israel Institute of Technology was ranked the top university in computer science and artificial intelligence research in Israel and Europe, and 21st worldwide according to CSRankings. The index is based on peer-reviewed conference papers from 2005 to 2025, highlighting Technion as a leading institution in AI research and development. The institute cites a research community of more than 150 AI-focused faculty and staff, and senior officials emphasize a long-term strategy and substantial investment in AI. Separately, Assuta Medical Center in Tel Aviv has opened an underground hospital to expand care capacity during emergencies; the facility is now fully operational and can accommodate about 200 inpatients transferred from hospitals lacking fortification.
In Uplifting News, AI has helped crack the mystery of a 2,000-year-old Roman board game found in the Netherlands. A study led by Dr. Walter Crist used AI-driven simulations in conjunction with use-wear analysis, identifying the limestone slab from Heerlen as a game, evidenced by a carved grid and wear patterns consistent with board game play. In Utah, a 150-year-old bottle unearthed at Alta may contain alcoholic apple cider; the intact cork and historical context have preservationists excited about what it reveals about life in the late 19th century. The long-lost luxury steamer Lac La Belle has been found in Lake Michigan; the 1864-built vessel sank in 1872 after taking on water during a voyage from Milwaukee to Grand Haven, with eight fatalities attributed to the disaster. Finally, about 20 IDF lone soldiers celebrated bar and bat mitzvah ceremonies at the Western Wall Plaza in Jerusalem after completing conversions during service, with roughly 150 additional lone soldiers joining the procession; the event was organized by Ach Gadol, and one participant, Kidist Mengistu, was surprised by her mother’s arrival from abroad.
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.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1288384
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