Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-05-15 at 11:04

HEADLINES
Israeli Forces Hit Gaza Hospitals Amid Heavy Fighting
Hezbollah Threats Escalate Border Tensions in North Israel
Yemen Houthi Missiles Target Southern Israel Amid Regional Chaos

The time is now 07:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

Today, Israel remains deeply engaged in a multi-front conflict that underscores its ongoing security challenges and regional tensions. The military continues operations in Gaza, where recent intense exchanges have resulted in over 80 casualties in the Jabalya area alone, with reports indicating heavy fire and ongoing hostilities near civilian sites, including hospitals. Israeli forces have conducted targeted strikes in northern Gaza, including near Jabalya and close to hospitals, responding to rocket fire and infiltration attempts. The situation is volatile, with ongoing airstrikes and ground operations aimed at degrading Hamas’ capabilities.

In the northern West Bank, Israeli military activity persists, with reports of targeted raids and confrontations with armed groups. In the north of the Gaza Strip, recent Israeli artillery and air strikes have been reported near the Indonezian Hospital and Jabalya, aimed at Hamas infrastructure. The Israeli military has also announced the destruction of several tunnels and the neutralization of multiple militants, including a series of targeted killings.

Lebanon's Hezbollah continues its provocative stance, with recent exchanges of fire along the border and increased missile alert levels in northern Israel. The Lebanese government has voiced concerns over the escalation, while Hezbollah maintains its support for Palestinian factions and has threatened further actions.

Syria remains a critical front, with Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian-backed militias and weapon depots in the eastern regions, particularly around Damascus and the Golan Heights. These strikes aim to prevent Iranian military entrenchment and transfer of advanced weaponry to Hezbollah and other proxies.

Iraq’s border regions have seen increased activity, with reports of Iranian-backed militia mobilizations and attempts to establish supply routes into Syria and Lebanon. The US and Israel are monitoring these developments closely, given their implications for regional stability.

Yemen’s Houthi forces have escalated their missile and drone attacks into southern Israel, ostensibly in support of Palestinian resistance, complicating international efforts to de-escalate the conflict. The Houthis have issued statements reaffirming their solidarity with Hamas and other groups, raising concerns about broader regional involvement.

Internationally, diplomatic tensions are rising. The United States and Israel are alarmed by recent comments from President Donald Trump, who indicated that the US is close to signing a nuclear deal with Iran. Israeli officials are concerned that this could undermine regional security and embolden Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Meanwhile, reports suggest that the US may establish a "Gaza aid zone," aiming to facilitate humanitarian efforts while avoiding direct confrontation with Hamas, though Israel remains cautious about this approach.

In domestic Israeli news, there have been security incidents including a raid in east Jerusalem where police seized weapons from a wedding celebration, and a fatal accident in Or Akiva involving a truck that severely injured a 70-year-old woman. Additionally, the IDF has located and identified the remains of Private Arthur Gassner, who went missing during the 1948 War of Independence, after a 76-year search. A ceremony will soon commemorate his service, bringing closure to his family.

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