Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-22 at 06:02

HEADLINESIran missiles strike Tel Aviv, 11 woundedOil surges above $110 as war widensIsrael kills Hamas financier Walid Mohammad DibThe time is now 6:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran has stepped up missile launches toward Israel, with multiple fall zones reported across the Tel Aviv area and a separate launch identified toward Eilat. A missile strike in the Tel Aviv region wounded 11 people, and footage from near Habima Square showed debris and shattered structures, with two lanes of the Ayalon Highway closed following the strike. Officials say there is no immediate resolution in sight as the conflict continues.In Regional Impacts, Iran’s actions are reverberating beyond the battlefield. Iran has intensified launches to Israel, and the broader regional tension is affecting energy markets, with global benchmark oil prices rising more than 50 percent to above $110 a barrel since the war began.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet announced the killing of Walid Mohammad Dib, a senior Hamas financier based in Lebanon. Dib oversaw transfers to Hamas units in Judea and Samaria, Lebanon, and other countries, and coordinated recruitment and operations from Syria and Lebanon. The operation is described as part of a broader campaign against the group’s funding networks.In Israeli Domestic Politics, observers describe concerns about air-defense readiness. Reports portray a depleted shield and a stalled laser defense system, leaving the country exposed to ballistic missiles. Additional commentary argues that certain decisions connected to air defense have been flawed or negligent. There is also heightened concern about potential casualties in multiple fall zones in the Tel Aviv region as fighting continues.In Israeli Economy and Business, Keshet published its 2025 annual report showing a record year for philanthropy in Israel, with deposits totaling 420 million shekels and grants totaling 275 million. Since Keshet’s founding in 2019, more than 1.3 billion shekels have been deposited and 665 million has been granted to over 1,300 associations, making it the largest fund in Israel for private philanthropy. Keshet manages 183 private donor-advised funds, supports 20 international funds operating in Israel, and runs 12 joint funds. Separately, the Finance Ministry announced an extended unpaid leave benefit period, allowing employers to place employees on unpaid leave through the end of April while preserving eligibility for aid. Unemployment benefits are tied to the start date of leave rather than the return date; for example, someone going on unpaid leave on April 28 would be eligible to receive unemployment benefits through the end of their entitlement.In Uplifting News, ratings for a major broadcast remained strong as Danah Weiss’s heavy program on Channel 12 drew 544,000 viewers.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.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299594https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rk00skv6911ehttps://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299588https://worldisraelnews.com/iran-wars-energy-impact-forces-world-to-pay-up-cut-consumption/https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299592https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299586https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299585https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299578https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-890758https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-890753https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1299589