EPISODE · Mar 8, 2026 · 4 MIN
Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-08 at 18:02
from Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · host Noa Levi
HEADLINESIran Shifts to Direct Attacks AbroadUS Fatalities Reach Seven in Epic FuryGalilee Panhandle Alarms as Hezbollah StrikesThe time is now 6:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, women are playing a growing role across the IDF’s combat and operational units as International Women’s Day is marked with new data and footage. Women now make up 21.2% of the IDF’s combat force, up from 7.2% in 2015, and about 20% of reservists called up for the current campaign are women. They serve in frontline and support roles across the operation, both at the front and on the home front. More than 90% of military positions are open to women, according to the IDF. In the Israel Air Force, women account for about half of personnel in the Air Defense Array, one of the most engaged branches in the current conflict, with about 5,000 female reservists serving in the IAF in the current operation. Reports say more than 30 women have served as aircrew on strikes and other aerial missions connected to the campaign, and the Israeli Navy has also seen a notable presence of women in various roles.In Iranian Retaliation, the Revolutionary Guards issued an official statement saying they are ready to obey fully and sacrifice themselves at the command of the Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Separately, a senior NSC official warned of Iran’s unprecedented campaign of terror against Israelis abroad, signaling a shift from proxy warfare to direct actions. The official said Tehran has removed restraints and may act without proxies or filters, describing it as a fundamental change. Travel warnings have been raised for Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, joining existing alerts for the region, as the NSC notes Tehran’s increased willingness to conduct operations outside its borders.In US Military Role, another US service member died from wounds sustained during Iran’s initial counter-attack last week, bringing the total US fatalities in the current conflict to seven. The service member was seriously wounded at the scene of an attack on US troops in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on March 1; the name will be released after next of kin notification. CENTCOM says the death underscores the ongoing risks as major combat operations continue in Operation Epic Fury.In Regional Impacts, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani said Iran made a mistake by attacking Gulf states, but the solution lies in resuming negotiations. He added that Iran’s attacks on Qatar have left the country feeling deeply betrayed.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a Hezbollah-affiliated commander Abbas Jaafar and an armed group he leads reportedly threatened civilians in Aaramoun, a village in Lebanon’s Aley District with a mixed Druze and Sunni population, telling residents they were under Hezbollah’s control. Local homeowners asked for identification to verify affiliations, and hours later the Directorate of Intelligence conducted a raid on his house without locating him; he remains on the run as authorities continue to pursue him. Separately, sirens sounded across northern Israel’s Galilee Panhandle as Hezbollah in Lebanon conducted a rocket and UAV attack.In Israeli Domestic Politics, a northern Israeli city’s mayor and his deputy were in moderate condition after a shooting, with police launching an investigation; details on the victims were not disclosed. The Abraham Initiatives condemned the attack, saying violence in Arab communities has crossed a red line and urged the government to act to protect democratic institutions. Separately, Justice Ministry legal adviser Yael Kotik asked the High Court to appoint the State Attorney Amit Aisman to receive the Sde Teiman leak investigation materials and decide on indictments, a move that would give the State Attorney sole authority over charges in the case if the court approves. If accepted, police would hand over the full file to Aisman’s office.In Uplifting News, a Turkish pundit asks how Israel did it, highlighting science, education and universities.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-889285https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/71714https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/article-889282https://www.jpost.com/international/article-889286https://t.me/selena_updates/57644https://t.me/selena_updates/57646https://t.me/selena_updates/57643https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/crime-in-israel/article-889291https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-889288https://t.me/newssil/194775https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1293795
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HEADLINESIran Shifts to Direct Attacks AbroadUS Fatalities Reach Seven in Epic FuryGalilee Panhandle Alarms as Hezbollah StrikesThe time is now 6:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, women are playing a growing role across the IDF’s combat and operational units as International Women’s Day is marked with new data and footage. Women now make up 21.2% of the IDF’s combat force, up from 7.2% in 2015, and about 20% of reservists called up for the current campaign are women. They serve in frontline and support roles across the operation, both at the front and on the home front. More than 90% of military positions are open to women, according to the IDF. In the Israel Air Force, women account for about half of personnel in the Air Defense Array, one of the most engaged branches in the current conflict, with about 5,000 female reservists serving in the IAF in the current operation. Reports say more than 30 women have served as aircrew on strikes and other aerial missions connected to the campaign, and the Israeli Navy has also seen a notable presence of women in various roles.In Iranian Retaliation, the Revolutionary Guards issued an official statement saying they are ready to obey fully and sacrifice themselves at the command of the Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Separately, a senior NSC official warned of Iran’s unprecedented campaign of terror against Israelis abroad, signaling a shift from proxy warfare to direct actions. The official said Tehran has removed restraints and may act without proxies or filters, describing it as a fundamental change. Travel warnings have been raised for Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, joining existing alerts for the region, as the NSC notes Tehran’s increased willingness to conduct operations outside its borders.In US Military Role, another US service member died from wounds sustained during Iran’s initial counter-attack last week, bringing the total US fatalities in the current conflict to seven. The service member was seriously wounded at the scene of an attack on US troops in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on March 1; the name will be released after next of kin notification. CENTCOM says the death underscores the ongoing risks as major combat operations continue in Operation Epic Fury.In Regional Impacts, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani said Iran made a mistake by attacking Gulf states, but the solution lies in resuming negotiations. He added that Iran’s attacks on Qatar have left the country feeling deeply betrayed.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, a Hezbollah-affiliated commander Abbas Jaafar and an armed group he leads reportedly threatened civilians in Aaramoun, a village in Lebanon’s Aley District with a mixed Druze and Sunni population, telling residents they were under Hezbollah’s control. Local homeowners asked for identification to verify affiliations, and hours later the Directorate of Intelligence conducted a raid on his house without locating him; he remains on the run as authorities continue to pursue him. Separately, sirens sounded across northern Israel’s Galilee Panhandle as Hezbollah in Lebanon conducted a rocket and UAV attack.In Israeli Domestic Politics, a northern Israeli city’s mayor and his deputy were in moderate condition after a shooting, with police launching an investigation; details on the victims were not disclosed. The Abraham Initiatives condemned the attack, saying violence in Arab communities has crossed a red line and urged the government to act to protect democratic institutions. Separately, Justice Ministry legal adviser Yael Kotik asked the High Court to appoint the State Attorney Amit Aisman to receive the Sde Teiman leak investigation materials and decide on indictments, a move that would give the State...
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