Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-22 at 20:02

HEADLINES- Decades old bombs used to strike Iran- Iran cluster missile hits central Israel- Aramco chief cancels Houston appearance amid conflictThe time is now 8:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, the IDF has located a bunker containing thousands of bombs more than 50 years old, originally intended to strike Egyptian military bases before the peace agreement, and those bombs, described as dumb without precision guidance kits, are now being used by the Israeli Air Force to strike military bases in Iran, in areas not adjacent to population centers. The decision to deploy these older munitions is reported as a cost-saving measure and to clear the bunker where the ordnance was stored in relatively good condition.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Iran's latest missile barrage across central Israel included a cluster munition that struck the Drom Hasharon Regional Council area; emergency responders were dispatched and no casualties were immediately reported. The Israel Fire and Rescue Authority said it searched four sites and found no people trapped or destruction. Some reports noted a few people were injured during the march to shelter and others reported panic-related symptoms. Separately, video footage captured a motorcyclist narrowly escaping death when a cluster munition dropped just behind him. Sirens were heard across central and southern Israel as additional missiles landed, causing damage at several central sites from cluster munitions or falling fragments, though initial assessments varied on injuries. Rescue forces were seen responding to multiple impact sites across central Israel, with at least one missile carrying a cluster warhead; no injuries were reported by Magen David Adom in those updates.In Regional Impacts, Saudi Aramco Chief Executive Amin Nasser canceled his planned appearance at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston to remain in Saudi Arabia because of the Iran conflict. The conference, a major gathering for the energy industry, will proceed without his participation or a recorded message. The conflict has killed more than 2,000 people, upended global markets, and prompted Iranian retaliatory strikes that have effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz and targeted Gulf energy infrastructure, including Aramco facilities. Reports also indicate Iranian attacks in Kuwait and a drone was shot down in Saudi Arabia, underscoring the broader regional strain on energy and security.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, at least seven IDF soldiers were lightly injured in separate incidents on Sunday, including a safety incident in southern Lebanon, a drone falling near a unit, and an accident in northern Israel; all seven were evacuated for medical care. Since ground operations began against Hezbollah in Lebanon, 2 IDF soldiers have fallen, with one serious injury, 13 moderate injuries, and 32 minor injuries reported overall. The Israeli Air Force also conducted a broader strike campaign in southern Lebanon, including the destruction of the Al-Qasimia Bridge over the Litani River near Tyre as part of efforts against Hezbollah.In US Policy Concerning Israel, former US counterterror chief Joe Kent said in a Washington Post interview that Israel exerts influence on the United States in the war with Iran. He argued that MAGA opponents to the war should be heard and suggested that Israel helped push the President toward launching what he described as Operation Epic Fury. Kent said he is meeting with anti-Israel commentators to build a case among conservatives and defended his decision to leave the Trump administration.In Uplifting News, a veteran correspondent reflects on language and identity in this era of conflict. An officer describes how English is often the working language in sensitive war rooms, illustrating a personal bridge between his American and Israeli roots. He writes about carrying dual identities and the professional trust built with American counterparts, underscoring a human dimension of the alliance amid a difficult moment.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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