Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-23 at 06:02

HEADLINESIsrael, US strike Iran; six deadTabriz two assassination attempts cause six deadIran-backed cyberattacks target Israeli infrastructureThe time is now 6:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, extensive and powerful airstrikes were carried out overnight and today across Iran by the Israel and American Air Forces, together with several targeted assassinations. There are 6 dead and 6 wounded in 2 assassination attempts in Tabriz, in northwestern Iran – one in a residential tower with 4 dead, the other in a park with 2 dead. Separately, 3 assassination attempts were carried out in residential neighborhoods in Tehran on Andargazou Street; on Makaran Street, Alley 13; and in the Chizar area.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Israeli officials say the idea of American forces taking control of an island is not considered unrealistic from a military perspective. The island is small, and the operation would be less complex than a broader ground presence inside Iran. In related reports, an Israeli figure, Ofer Mushkowitz, was killed by artillery fire in Misgav, with fire directed toward the north and the south from Iran and Lebanon; a missile intercept reportedly failed near Safed.In Regional Impacts, a study by cybersecurity firm Claroty, through its Team82 division, analyzed more than 200 cyberattacks in 2025 by more than 20 groups, including some tied to Iran. The study found that most attacks exploit communication protocols to gain remote control of industrial processes, and do not require advanced technical skills. 81% of cyberattacks by Iranian-supported groups target Israeli or American infrastructure. 71% of incidents traced to Russia targeted EU organizations, with Italy, France, and Spain the most targeted within the EU, together accounting for 38% of all targets. The attacks target internet-connected systems such as control and monitoring systems in power plants, water infrastructure, industrial production lines, and transportation. Also, evacuations occurred at the Western Wall during an alert. The update notes day 24 of Iran's internet blackout, about 552 hours in, with international connectivity unavailable to the general public while authorities maintain a selective whitelist for global access.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, reports say a large haul of weapons, including Hezbollah anti-tank missiles, was seized by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon during ground operations by the Givati Brigade. The forces are operating in rural farming areas just kilometers from the border. In Israeli Domestic Politics, a headline quotes: "To this worm no platform" as Raviv Druker enters a confrontational stance with Mordechai David.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/selena_updates/59302https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300068https://t.me/ILtoday/18065https://www.jpost.com/international/article-890871https://t.me/newssil/196029https://t.me/selena_updates/59301https://t.me/abualiexpress/118424https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300067