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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-07-14 at 09:02
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Israel Navy strengthens US maritime ties
India New Zealand summon Iran over Hormuz
Netanyahu accused of politicizing security leaks
The time is now 9:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, former senior defense official and Iran nuclear expert Avner Vilan told 103FM that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bears full responsibility for an “absurd” Iran strategy built around the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. He praised Mossad’s reported ability to locate former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and engage with him, calling that operationally impressive, but he questioned the strategic purpose. The broader plan, he argued, was disconnected from reality on the ground and he described it as an “absurd risk” that failed miserably and for which Israel is paying the price. Despite the critique of the overall strategy, Vilan noted the Mossad’s capability to reach Ahmadinejad as a notable achievement.
In US Military Role, Israel Navy officials visit US in celebration of 250 years of American independence, the Israeli delegation led by deputy chief Rear Admiral Guy Levy met with senior US Navy leaders and officials from navies around the world to promote maritime security and strengthen professional ties. Levy, the Israel Navy Attaché in Washington, and other officers held discussions with the Secretary of the Navy, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Naval Academy, and senior officers from nations including Germany, Cyprus, India, Greece, Argentina, Sweden, Denmark, South Korea, Morocco, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Romania, Norway, and Finland. The aim, the Israeli military said, was to build and advance operational dialogue, deepen professional discussions, and reinforce ongoing partnerships between navies.
In Regional Impacts, India, New Zealand summon Iranian diplomats in wake of attacks in Strait of Hormuz, India summoned Iran’s representatives in Delhi after Iran struck two ships carrying 30 Indian sailors, leaving one Indian dead and ten wounded. New Delhi condemned the attacks and called for an immediate cessation of violence and a return to dialogue and diplomacy for peace and stability in the region. New Zealand also summoned the Iranian ambassador to convey serious concerns about escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and across the Gulf region.
Turkish Navy ships visit Syrian Latakia port after NATO summit in first since civil war, Turkish naval vessels visited Syria’s Latakia port, the first such visit since the country’s civil war began. The move followed Turkey’s hosting of a major NATO summit, with Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa in attendance. Officials noted Turkey’s support for Damascus and the broader regional implications, including concerns in Jerusalem about Turkey’s growing naval role and influence in the Eastern Mediterranean as Ankara expands its maritime footprint.
In Regional Impacts, Israel extends ban on flights to Dubai as foreign airlines continue to avoid Middle East, Israel extended the ban on direct flights to Dubai through the end of October as many international carriers curb service amid security tensions. Israeli airlines remain unable to operate direct routes to Dubai, while carriers such as flydubai and Etihad continue most services but advise passengers to check schedules due to route changes and congestion. Other international airlines have also paused flights to the UAE. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency continued to advise avoiding Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon airspace through at least the end of August, though it did not call for avoiding the UAE itself.
In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran-backed Lego AI propaganda channel claims regime behind Graham’s death, threatens Laura Loomer, the Iranian regime-linked Explosive Media Lego AI propaganda channel released a v
Israel Navy strengthens US maritime ties
India New Zealand summon Iran over Hormuz
Netanyahu accused of politicizing security leaks
The time is now 9:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, former senior defense official and Iran nuclear expert Avner Vilan told 103FM that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bears full responsibility for an “absurd” Iran strategy built around the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. He praised Mossad’s reported ability to locate former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and engage with him, calling that operationally impressive, but he questioned the strategic purpose. The broader plan, he argued, was disconnected from reality on the ground and he described it as an “absurd risk” that failed miserably and for which Israel is paying the price. Despite the critique of the overall strategy, Vilan noted the Mossad’s capability to reach Ahmadinejad as a notable achievement.
In US Military Role, Israel Navy officials visit US in celebration of 250 years of American independence, the Israeli delegation led by deputy chief Rear Admiral Guy Levy met with senior US Navy leaders and officials from navies around the world to promote maritime security and strengthen professional ties. Levy, the Israel Navy Attaché in Washington, and other officers held discussions with the Secretary of the Navy, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Naval Academy, and senior officers from nations including Germany, Cyprus, India, Greece, Argentina, Sweden, Denmark, South Korea, Morocco, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Romania, Norway, and Finland. The aim, the Israeli military said, was to build and advance operational dialogue, deepen professional discussions, and reinforce ongoing partnerships between navies.
In Regional Impacts, India, New Zealand summon Iranian diplomats in wake of attacks in Strait of Hormuz, India summoned Iran’s representatives in Delhi after Iran struck two ships carrying 30 Indian sailors, leaving one Indian dead and ten wounded. New Delhi condemned the attacks and called for an immediate cessation of violence and a return to dialogue and diplomacy for peace and stability in the region. New Zealand also summoned the Iranian ambassador to convey serious concerns about escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and across the Gulf region.
Turkish Navy ships visit Syrian Latakia port after NATO summit in first since civil war, Turkish naval vessels visited Syria’s Latakia port, the first such visit since the country’s civil war began. The move followed Turkey’s hosting of a major NATO summit, with Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa in attendance. Officials noted Turkey’s support for Damascus and the broader regional implications, including concerns in Jerusalem about Turkey’s growing naval role and influence in the Eastern Mediterranean as Ankara expands its maritime footprint.
In Regional Impacts, Israel extends ban on flights to Dubai as foreign airlines continue to avoid Middle East, Israel extended the ban on direct flights to Dubai through the end of October as many international carriers curb service amid security tensions. Israeli airlines remain unable to operate direct routes to Dubai, while carriers such as flydubai and Etihad continue most services but advise passengers to check schedules due to route changes and congestion. Other international airlines have also paused flights to the UAE. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency continued to advise avoiding Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon airspace through at least the end of August, though it did not call for avoiding the UAE itself.
In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran-backed Lego AI propaganda channel claims regime behind Graham’s death, threatens Laura Loomer, the Iranian regime-linked Explosive Media Lego AI propaganda channel released a v