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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-06-22 at 20:02
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IDF Lebanon defensive orders spark troop ire
Trump unfrozen funds only for US food
Montreal shooting triggers antisemitism debate
The time is now 8:01 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, troops voice anger over Lebanon policy shift. A New York Times report said IDF commanders in southern Lebanon were ordered to conduct defensive operations only, fueling frustration among troops who say they face ongoing FPV drone threats while lacking freedom to carry out offensive missions.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, President Donald Trump said he will do what he has to if Iran does not live up to its agreement, arguing that unfrozen funds should be used to purchase food exclusively from the United States. Iranian central bank governor Abdolnaser Hemmati told Tasnim that Tehran is under no obligation to buy agricultural inputs from the United States and that the remaining frozen funds could be used to purchase other non-sanctioned goods. Trump also referenced Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Lebanon remarks, saying the United States would “take a look at it” as he pressed the case. Separately, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain on his first official trip to the Gulf since the outbreak of the Iran War, attending a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain and expected to discuss the US-Iran MoU, regional security, and efforts to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, authorities report that more than 240 firearms have been confiscated since the start of 2026, with weapons located in civilian areas and new evidence that terrorist groups are embedding themselves in civilian neighborhoods in Judea and Samaria.
In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was horrified by a shooting in a heavily Jewish Montreal district that left at least two dead, including a police officer; Premier Christine Fréchette said she is deeply shaken and announced half-masting of the Quebec flag as investigations continue and psychological support teams will be deployed to those affected. Separately, some Jewish allies of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced his use of the word “monsters” to describe AIPAC at a rally, with Rabbi Jill Jacobs noting concerns about the phrasing and its potential to echo dehumanizing tropes, while Mamdani defended the remark as a Gramsci quote. In the same Montreal shooting event, a police officer was killed and a Jewish man was seriously wounded near a Chabad House; the gunman was shot dead, and initial reports that a victim named Michael Mizrahi had died were later updated to indicate he remained hospitalized in critical condition.
In Uplifting News, an Israeli hostage rescued during the famed Operation Entebbe returned to Uganda this week to mark the 50th anniversary of the mission that freed more than 100 hostages from hijackers. Rabbi Dov Ber (Gilbert) Weil of Antwerp recited the traditional blessing at the site of the historic miracle. In sports, Lionel Messi set a World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal. And in basketball, Hapoel Tel Aviv stayed alive in the finals with a Game 3 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, cutting the series lead to 2-1 as Micic led the way with 29 points and 10 assists.
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.ynetnews.com/article/sjzbznwffx
IDF Lebanon defensive orders spark troop ire
Trump unfrozen funds only for US food
Montreal shooting triggers antisemitism debate
The time is now 8:01 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, troops voice anger over Lebanon policy shift. A New York Times report said IDF commanders in southern Lebanon were ordered to conduct defensive operations only, fueling frustration among troops who say they face ongoing FPV drone threats while lacking freedom to carry out offensive missions.
In US Policy Concerning Israel, President Donald Trump said he will do what he has to if Iran does not live up to its agreement, arguing that unfrozen funds should be used to purchase food exclusively from the United States. Iranian central bank governor Abdolnaser Hemmati told Tasnim that Tehran is under no obligation to buy agricultural inputs from the United States and that the remaining frozen funds could be used to purchase other non-sanctioned goods. Trump also referenced Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Lebanon remarks, saying the United States would “take a look at it” as he pressed the case. Separately, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain on his first official trip to the Gulf since the outbreak of the Iran War, attending a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain and expected to discuss the US-Iran MoU, regional security, and efforts to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
In Israeli Domestic Politics, authorities report that more than 240 firearms have been confiscated since the start of 2026, with weapons located in civilian areas and new evidence that terrorist groups are embedding themselves in civilian neighborhoods in Judea and Samaria.
In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was horrified by a shooting in a heavily Jewish Montreal district that left at least two dead, including a police officer; Premier Christine Fréchette said she is deeply shaken and announced half-masting of the Quebec flag as investigations continue and psychological support teams will be deployed to those affected. Separately, some Jewish allies of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced his use of the word “monsters” to describe AIPAC at a rally, with Rabbi Jill Jacobs noting concerns about the phrasing and its potential to echo dehumanizing tropes, while Mamdani defended the remark as a Gramsci quote. In the same Montreal shooting event, a police officer was killed and a Jewish man was seriously wounded near a Chabad House; the gunman was shot dead, and initial reports that a victim named Michael Mizrahi had died were later updated to indicate he remained hospitalized in critical condition.
In Uplifting News, an Israeli hostage rescued during the famed Operation Entebbe returned to Uganda this week to mark the 50th anniversary of the mission that freed more than 100 hostages from hijackers. Rabbi Dov Ber (Gilbert) Weil of Antwerp recited the traditional blessing at the site of the historic miracle. In sports, Lionel Messi set a World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal. And in basketball, Hapoel Tel Aviv stayed alive in the finals with a Game 3 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, cutting the series lead to 2-1 as Micic led the way with 29 points and 10 assists.
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.ynetnews.com/article/sjzbznwffx
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