Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-04-10 at 13:02

HEADLINESKhamenei Missiles Target Netanyahu and TrumpLebanon Calls Historic Talks With IsraelAl Aqsa Reopens As 100000 WorshippersThe time is now 1:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, reports describe a claim that Ali Khamenei launched missiles at Netanyahu and Trump, alongside unverified assertions that the Iranian leader has been dead for 41 days, with the piece framing the contrast as Islamist delusion vs. reality. The report notes the conflicting narratives and treats them as part of the broader discourse around the confrontation between Israel and Iran.In US Military Role, President Trump said the outcome of talks in Pakistan would be known within about 24 hours as diplomacy proceeds, while he described a large US naval buildup with ships loaded with ammunition and supplies and a warning that, if no deal is reached, those forces would be used very effectively. The USS Gerald Ford remains positioned in the Mediterranean from the conflict’s outset as part of the ongoing readiness posture.In Regional Impacts, more than 100,000 Muslim worshippers attended Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem after the site reopened following a truce declared by the United States and Iran. The Old City, home to key sites for Muslims, Jews and Christians, had been shuttered since the war began, and worshippers expressed hope that access would remain uninterrupted as the ceasefire unfolds.In the Conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Lebanon’s president has called for historic direct talks with Israel as war rages and displacement climbs, with Israel’s strikes driving more than a million Lebanese from their homes and shaping a fragile battlefield across the region. Hezbollah, caught in clashes with Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, opposes direct negotiations and casts doubt on any ceasefire, while casualties from daylong bombardments have mounted, complicating any prospect of a durable settlement.In US Policy Concerning Israel, a joint teleconference is planned for this evening among Lebanon’s ambassador to the United States, Israel’s ambassador in Washington, and the US ambassador to Lebanon to prep for forthcoming discussions, signaling close coordination among the three sides as talks begin to take shape amid tensions surrounding Iran.In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, police in Munich are investigating an attack on an Israeli restaurant that left windows damaged, including one with a menorah, as authorities assess whether antisemitism motivated the incident. The restaurant’s Jewish owners are cooperating with investigators, part of a wider pattern of threats and attacks on Jewish and Israeli targets across Europe in the wake of the broader regional conflict.In Israeli Economy and Business, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange posted another all‑time high for the year, while the shekel strengthened to about 3.05 per dollar, a thirty‑year peak, highlighting resilient financial momentum even as regional tensions persist.In Uplifting News, Israel has introduced a new disaster-tracking app that connects live data entry to resident profiles, helping emergency responders locate people, identify the injured, and coordinate relief in real time. The system gained attention after a Beit Shemesh missile strike killed nine people and wounded many, aiding responders in locating those affected. Concurrent messages of solidarity accompany the report, with supporters emphasizing steadfast backing for Israel during these challenging times and extending peace and good wishes to all.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/61549https://t.me/selena_updates/61552https://t.me/ILtoday/18612https://t.me/JewishNews24/52523https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/04/over-100000-worshippers-perform-friday-prayers-al-aqsahttps://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/04/lebanon-heads-historic-israel-talks-few-hopes-except-staunch-bloodshedhttps://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1307301https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-892600https://t.me/selena_updates/61548https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-892547https://t.me/StandWithUsBreakingNews/8072https://t.me/newssil/198702