Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2024-05-21 at 05:01
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HEADLINES - Eurovision Star Eden Golan Declines Offer to Serve as Israel's Public Diplomacy Ambassador Amid Ongoing Conflict - IDF Launches Counter-Terrorism Operation in Jenin, Resulting in Death of 7 Palestinians - Israeli Army Anticipates Multi-Front War to Persist Until 2026, Escalating Tensions Along Lebanese Border The time is now 05:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the latest developments related to the Israel-Hamas conflict, Eurovision star Eden Golan declined an offer from the Foreign Ministry to serve as a public diplomacy ambassador, stating her focus on music. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces launched a counter-terrorism operation in Jenin, resulting in the death of seven Palestinians, including a doctor and a schoolteacher. The Israeli army anticipates the ongoing multi-front war to persist until 2026, with escalating tensions along the Lebanese border expected to lead to full-scale conflict by September. Additionally, Harvard seniors involved in anti-Israel activities faced repercussions, with some not allowed to graduate, sparking protests and petitions at the university. Immigration and Absorption Minister Ofir Sofer emphasized the complexity and prolonged nature of the conflict against Hamas, suggesting that defeating the group will take years of patience and determination. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant condemned the International Criminal Court prosecutor's attempt to equate Hamas with Israel, labeling it as interference and denying Israel's right to self-defense. Furthermore, the US State Department expressed condolences over the death of former Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, underscoring support for the Iranian people's pursuit of human rights amid the selection of a new president. These events underscore the multifaceted challenges and dynamics in the Israel-Hamas conflict, highlighting the complexities of diplomacy, military operations, legal proceedings, and international relations. Stay tuned for further updates as the situation continues to unfold. 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. SOURCES https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-802034 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1100715 https://www.timesofisrael.com/palestinians-say-7-killed-9-wounded-as-idf-launches-counter-terror-op-in-jenin/ https://worldisraelnews.com/idf-expects-war-through-2026-report/ https://worldisraelnews.com/anti-israel-harvard-seniors-wont-be-allowed-to-graduate/ https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-801504 https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-802027 https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/Article-1100703 https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-802024
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