Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-03-24 at 19:02

HEADLINESIsrael targets Iran defense industry in TehranIraq joins war against US and IsraelHezbollah arsenal halved US deploys 3,000 troopsThe time is now 7:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Operation Lion's Roar, the Israel Defense Forces say a new wave of strikes has begun targeting Iranian regime infrastructure across Tehran as part of a broader escalation. The push comes amid ongoing exchanges with Iran and a flare of cross-border fire that has included a heavy rocket barrage from Lebanon into northern Israel. Nooriel Dubin of Bnei Yehuda was killed by a rocket strike in the northern theater, and there were multiple fall zones along the Petah Tikva-Bnei Brak corridor that left one person moderately injured and destroyed a building. Officials describe the operation as potentially pivotal, with talk of a race between Israel and Iran to launch missiles and to disrupt Iran’s ability to produce and field weapons. Reports say the effort seeks to shut down production lines in Iran’s defense industry, targeting what is described as the brain of the country’s security manufacturing base.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, Magen David Adom updated that there were no new calls to its emergency number 101 after the latest barrage, and residents are urged to follow the Home Front Command safety guidance. An early warning was received in the Eilat region following a reported launch from Iran. The barrage toward the Jerusalem area appears to have landed in open ground, with no injuries reported at this time.In Regional Impacts, sirens are sounding in the Eilat area as the flare-up persists. Iraq has formally declared its entry into the war against the United States and Israel. Officials say people in protected zones may leave the area, reflecting evolving shelter policies as the conflict expands and contingency plans remain in motion.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Israeli intelligence reports Hezbollah has lost about 85% of its missile arsenal, now estimated at 11,000 to 13,000 rockets and missiles, roughly one-sixth of what they held on the eve of the war triggered by Hamas’ October 7 attack. The erosion is attributed to years of multi-front conflict and sustained strikes, with estimates from the Alma Research and Education Center noting Hezbollah’s pre-war stockpile at about 25,000 rockets. Washington is preparing its next move, with the Pentagon planning to deploy about 3,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East to support potential operations against Iran.In US Policy Concerning Israel, Israel doubts Iran will agree to Trump’s demands, and contacts are said to be underway through several channels between Washington and Tehran, though some elements of the regime are not willing to negotiate. Core principles cited include a condition that the nuclear issue be resolved only through a complete shutdown of Iran’s nuclear project, including all facilities, stockpiles, and uranium, with no compromise on the nuclear question.In Israeli Domestic Politics, Ziv Agmon has spoken publicly for the first time in response to recordings, saying he believes he was treated unfairly and that the situation has caused him real distress.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, London Mayor Sadiq Khan visited the Jewish volunteer emergency service a day after several of its ambulances were set on fire, condemning antisemitism and expressing strong support for the community.In Uplifting News, a picture shows new ambulances delivered by the UK Government for Hatzolah Northwest in London, as promised by the Prime Minister.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-1300794https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300793https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300789https://t.me/newssil/196386https://t.me/newssil/196383https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300790https://t.me/newssil/196385https://t.me/newssil/196382https://t.me/ILtoday/18116https://t.me/newssil/196378https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/03/25/report-hezbollah-loses-85-of-missile-arsenal/https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/03/25/israel-doubts-iran-will-agree-to-trumps-demands/https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1300784https://t.me/JewishNews24/51862https://t.me/JewishNews24/51861