Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-01 at 03:02

HEADLINESIsrael rolls out 10-20 minute alertsIDF bombs Iran, hits missile sitesTrump launches Epic Fury against IranThe time is now 3:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF Home Front says it is far more ready for Iran's ballistic missiles than during the June 2025 Rising Lion War, crediting lessons learned and civilian routines that keep people near safe rooms and bomb shelters. The warning system now includes an initial general alert 10 to 20 minutes before a threat, followed by a siren about 90 seconds before impact, and civilians are trained to seek cover accordingly. To date, one Israeli has been killed and dozens wounded, mostly lightly and often from indirect causes. Only 10 missiles landed in Israeli territory, with one substantial hit in Tel Aviv—a full missile strike of hundreds of kilograms—along with a more minor hit in Petah Tikvah and two other large open-area hits. The situation could worsen, but the 12 days of June 2025 produced far higher losses and damage. Separately, Jewish MK Ofer Cassif criticized the Roaring Lion operation on social media as driven by foreign powers with no direct link to the security of either Iranian or Israeli people, warning of bloodshed and broader regional consequences and urging an end to the conflict. He warned the war could be used to justify increased oppression of Palestinians and ethnic cleansing in the West Bank, and he called for No to war. In the United States, protests erupted in Washington and other cities in response to Operation Epic Fury, with demonstrators carrying signs such as No bombs on Iran and No New US War in the Middle East. On Sunday, as Roaring Lion entered its second day, sirens sounded across the country while people moved to protected areas; Magen David Adom reported injuries as people headed for safety, though not tied to missile strikes, and later Israeli media noted a single open-area hit with no further casualties reported. This remains a developing situation.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the IDF said it has dropped more than 1,200 bombs on Iranian targets since the war began, with over 200 aircraft having struck roughly 500 Iranian targets by Saturday night. A video released by the IDF showed two major waves of attacks: the first targeting dozens of radars and anti-aircraft defenses near Iran and around the Tehran area, and the second hitting Iran's ballistic missile apparatus to reduce its ability to strike the Israeli home front. In the Tabriz area, the strikes hit a major site from which Iran has fired dozens of ballistic missiles at Israel. The IDF said it is working to reestablish air supremacy, a condition it achieved in June 2025 to allow drones and other aircraft to operate from zones where Tehran might try to fire on Israel, enabling preemptive strikes against missile teams. An additional round of strikes targeted more of Iran's ballistic missile capabilities as well as its aerial defense systems, including a missile launch site that was among the targets hit.In Regional Impacts, Iran attacked also Oman, with two drones striking the Duqm port according to the Omani state news agency and there are reported casualties. After identifying rocket launches, alarms were heard in the Jordan Valley and other areas, with the Israeli military saying the public should heed Home Front instructions as the air force pursues strikes to remove threats; officials cautioned that defense is not airtight and urged continued vigilance. In a broader regional arc, Iraq announced three days of mourning for Khamenei’s death, and smoke continued to rise over Doha, Qatar. Officials noted that forecasts point to additional alerts in central areas in the near term, with alerts also continuing in the Jordan Valley and surrounding regions. Reports also noted that nearly 2.5 million students were affected by school closures or delays tied to precautionary measures around the wider disruptions.In US Policy Concerning Israel, the Washington Post reports that Trump’s decision to launch Operation Epic Fury against Iran followed weeks of behind‑the‑scenes pressure from Israel and Saudi Arabia, with Netanyahu publicly pushing for strikes and Saudi Arabia’s role described as nuanced. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly made several private calls urging action, while Riyadh released a statement saying it would not allow its territory to be used in the event of an attack. Salman reportedly warned US officials that delaying action would leave Iran stronger. President Trump has said Epic Fury was prompted by the collapse of US‑Iran nuclear talks in Geneva and by signs that Iran had begun rebuilding nuclear facilities that had been struck during the June conflict, underscoring a sense of urgency in pursuing decisive action.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. 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