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

HEADLINESHezbollah escalates war; leader killed, exodusIran targets Israel with cluster munitionsRas Tanura drone strike jolts oil marketThe time is now 2:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, sirens sounded across Israel as the third day of the operation began. No hits were reported, according to Magen David Adom. Earlier on Monday, Hezbollah fired several projectiles toward Israel, triggering an IDF response in southern Lebanon and in Beirut. This is a developing story.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, the IDF accuses Iran of using cluster munitions against the Israeli home front, saying Iran goes to great lengths in trying to maximize harm to Israeli civilians.In Iranian Retaliation, a Basij building at Shahada Square in Tehran was hit following tonight's strike. A separate report notes the Abasabad Police Complex in Tehran was hit after an Israeli-American strike tonight.In US Military Role, breaking: the Iranian Navy's chief, Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, has been killed in recent US-Israeli strikes in Tehran. Official confirmation awaited. Separately, reports describe Israeli and American strikes last night in western Iran.In Regional Impacts, a drone strike hit Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil facility in Saudi Arabia, underscoring risks to the energy system as one of the world’s largest producers. Reports also indicate the American Embassy in Kuwait was struck by a drone and staff were told not to come. Turkey closed three border crossings with Iran. Era Tower, a residential building in Bahrain, was hit by an Iranian drone last night. Three drones were intercepted near Erbil International Airport in northern Iraq, where American forces are stationed. Brent crude rose about 7.5% to around $78 per barrel amid the tensions. Satellite imagery showed three naval vessels sunk at Konarak Naval Base in southern Iran, with extensive damage to facilities. Explosions were reported again near Erbil International Airport in Kurdistan.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, opening the renewed campaign against Hezbollah is viewed as an opportunity to improve positions on the ground in southern Lebanon, and there is an assertion that the rockets fired tonight toward Israel warrant a ground price. Ceasefire ended: Hezbollah has joined the war on Israel, with the IDF reporting the killing of a Hezbollah leader. In the El Abbasiyah area in southern Lebanon, a large exodus is underway. An Israeli security official quoted in Al-Hadath said there is no immunity for any Hezbollah figure, not even for supporters.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Senator Graham calls on President Trump to unleash the American military together with Israel against Hezbollah tonight, saying to eliminate the militants.In Israeli Domestic Politics, a live broadcast featured a rare on-air clash between Amichai Sagal and Eitan Ben Eliyahu, with Dan Kushmaro attempting to mediate as the debate touched on Hezbollah’s involvement and the IDF’s action against a Hezbollah leader in the Lebanese Parliament. The discussion also noted that Hezbollah’s involvement expanded targeting in Iran, including a strike on the Tehran Parliament building. The segment referenced developments in London regarding a political stance that would allow the United States to strike Iran from its bases.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.SOURCEShttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888456https://t.me/ILtoday/17304https://t.me/abualiexpress/116019https://t.me/abualiexpress/116015https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70272https://t.me/abualiexpress/116014https://t.me/selena_updates/56565https://t.me/newssil/193598https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70271https://t.me/selena_updates/56564https://t.me/newssil/193597https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70268https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70267https://t.me/selena_updates/56562https://t.me/DefenderDome/18557https://t.me/abualiexpress/116013https://t.me/selena_updates/56561https://t.me/DefenderDome/18556https://t.me/abualiexpress/116022https://worldisraelnews.com/ceasefire-ended-hezbollah-joins-war-on-israel-idf-kills-hezbollah-leader/https://t.me/abualiexpress/116021https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/70270https://t.me/newssil/193596https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1290899