Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-04-03 at 06:02

HEADLINESIranian barrage wounds 79-year-old in Kiryat AtaIsrael advances 8-10km from Lebanon borderUS denies ground invasion of Harj islandThe time is now 6:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, emergency services reported a 79-year-old man was lightly wounded by Iranian cluster missile debris in Kiryat Ata, treated on site by Magen David Adom medics and then transported to Rambam Hospital with his condition described as mild. Several people were treated for post-traumatic symptoms as the attack damaged multiple buildings and vehicles. Emergency services were investigating about 11 sites of fallen shrapnel in the Haifa area. An impact was reported in Haifa during a Monday Iranian barrage, with initial indications pointing to a strike or falling debris in the city’s industrial zone; the Bazan oil refinery area has been targeted in prior attacks, with earlier barrages causing localized damage and temporary power disruptions but no casualties reported. Launches from Iran were identified, and a Hebrew-language post criticized a video released by the IDF spokesperson as not strong enough.In US Military Role, contrary to rumors, there is no ground invasion by American forces of the island Harj at this time.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, the IDF has said that disarming Hezbollah without a full-scale invasion is unrealistic and that Israel will not undertake such an invasion. The army expects to finish taking control of territory eight to 10 kilometers from the border within about a week, a move that would limit Hezbollah’s firing capabilities and extend warning times for missiles from Lebanon. Five IDF divisions are operating in Lebanon, with the 36th and 91st divisions deep inside the country, two others along the border, and the 146th Division along the Lebanese coast; mid-March reports indicated the 98th Division could join the effort. The IDF noted it could not fully disarm areas south of the Litani River in 2024 but is continuing the effort now. Battalion 420, Paratroopers in the reserves, dedicated the destruction of a Hezbollah cell to Israeli residents of the north. In a Division 146 operation, Israeli forces identified about 15 terrorists in southern Lebanon and eliminated them; the forces also located a Hezbollah cell planning to launch anti-tank missiles toward Israel and found weapons, vests, and grenades. In Khiam, the Israeli flag was raised as the area’s buildings are gradually being demolished, and soldiers reported hundreds of weapons items were found while dozens of Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated. Interrogation footage of captured Radwan Force fighters released by the IDF showed morale at rock bottom, with fighters describing exhaustion and coercion to return to battle. Prisoner recordings further described a collapse in morale, with captures stating Hezbollah joined the war to serve Iran and is sending fighters back into combat despite fatigue. The military estimates Hezbollah has about 10,000 rockets remaining and could sustain firing at the current rate for roughly two more months. Battalion 420 personnel dedicated their actions to the residents of the north, and Israeli forces conducted targeted operations in southern Lebanon that eliminated suspected Hezbollah operatives and uncovered additional weapons and gear. The IDF continues clearing homes in Lebanon as part of ongoing operations.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.jpost.com/israel-news/article-891985https://t.me/newssil/197697https://t.me/abualiexpress/119440https://t.me/newssil/197694https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-891980https://worldisraelnews.com/sign-language-interpreter-and-two-other-israelis-charged-with-spying-for-iran/https://t.me/selena_updates/60617https://t.me/abualiexpress/119439https://www.ynetnews.com/article/syneswai11ghttps://t.me/newssil/197695https://t.me/selena_updates/60616https://t.me/selena_updates/60607https://t.me/hnaftali/22574