Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-20 at 11:02

HEADLINES- Iran Attacks Holy Site, Hospital Sparks Condemnation- Iran Spies Arrested Targeting UK Clyde Base- US El Al Drive Americans HomeThe time is now 11:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Iranian Retaliation, Iran has attacked near a holy site to Muslims and near a Palestinian hospital, a development that observers say will draw reaction from the Muslim world and be judged by how quickly condemnation arrives.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, two suspected Iranian spies were arrested after attempting to enter Britain’s nuclear submarine base at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland; police confirmed the arrests of a 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman on Thursday, with inquiries ongoing. The Clyde base houses Britain’s nuclear-armed submarines, and the arrests come three weeks into the US-Israeli war with Iran. Britain has not joined attacks on Iran, but its forces have downed Iranian missiles and drones in the Gulf, and MI5 has warned of the threat posed by Iran, with accusations that Tehran was behind more than 20 suspected incidents. A second launch was reported, described in sparse terms as another launch. A fragment of an Iranian missile fell near the Al-Astashari hospital in Ramallah.In the US Policy Concerning Israel, the US State Department says it has partnered with El Al to return American citizens from Israel, with El Al having carried over 2,000 Americans home since the start of Operation Epic Fury on flights designated for US citizens. The State Department has reached out to all who expressed interest and is providing personalized assistance, while El Al has offered discounted fares and reserved a portion of seats for US-bound flights. Americans were advised to consider an overland route to Taba, Egypt where commercial flights are operating. More than 70,000 Americans have left the Middle East and returned to the US since February 28, and more than 41,000 US citizens have received security guidance and travel assistance from the State Department. A golden age of diplomacy: A thing of the past? is a commentary that questions whether a long era of diplomacy has ended, noting shifts in tone and practice since the 2016 election and reflecting on how the international relations landscape has changed.In Israeli Economy and Business, Elron Ventures, founded in 1962, reported solid 2025 results and outlined a shift toward defense technology growth in 2026, including increased focus on security and defense. The company plans to lead a mergers and acquisitions strategy in the defense tech sector through RDC, its joint venture with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, signaling a deeper push into defense innovation by pairing Rafael’s technological strengths with Elron’s venture experience.In Uplifting News, the Israel Film Archive offers a wealth of clips from more than a century, including home movies, weddings, nature, inventions, fashion, and more, with many feature films available to rent for about 15 shekels and with English subtitles. Tel Aviv’s wartime reality is reflected in clips about the Gulf War era, including Eytan Fox’s The Song of the Siren (1994), a romcom set during wartime about a young woman torn between two men. The archive presents this as part of its catalog of Israeli classics. Israeli artist Idan Raichel is preparing a desert festival called Fata Morgana, slated for April 30 and May 1 in Kfar Hanokdim between Arad and Masada. Raichel will perform on two stages, one with the Haifa Symphony Orchestra conducted by Yaron Gottfried, and another with a diverse lineup of musicians, in a festival that blends live music with art installations and food in a desert setting.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://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73336https://www.jpost.com/international/article-890665https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73338https://t.me/beholdisraelchannel/73335https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-890662https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-890663https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-890671https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-890551https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-890409