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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-02-22 at 05:02

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Iran near industrial bomb material US warns
UK activists intimidate Jewish residents with boycott
Israeli National Guard runs without formal approval

The time is now 5:02 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, Iran is about a week away from having industrial-grade bomb-making material, according to Steve Witkoff, the US Special Envoy to the Middle East, who spoke to Fox News. He said Tehran is probably a week from producing the material and called that development dangerous, a line that must not be crossed. Witkoff also reiterated the Trump administration’s commitment to zero enrichment in any future deal and noted that there have been very hard red lines drawn. He indicated the administration remains skeptical of a broader deal, while reportedly considering a limited proposal that would allow token uranium enrichment so long as any enrichment can be verified as pure. Separately, reporting and public statements indicate the administration is weighing three distinct operational courses of action as part of a military buildup and planning for possible action against Iran.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, Pro-Palestinian activists in the UK have been accused of intimidating Jewish residents during a door-to-door campaign calling for a boycott of Israeli goods. The activists, linked to the Apartheid-Free Zone movement, have canvassed neighborhoods in Hackney, Bristol, Sheffield, and Brighton urging residents to shun products made in Israel. Jewish groups and politicians criticized the actions, saying they cross a line of acceptable activism and urged police to note allegations of harassment and violence. The Community Security Trust condemned the door-knocking, stating that turning up uninvited at homes in areas with large Jewish communities to push a political agenda is intimidating and crosses a serious line. The controversy intensified after an alleged incident in Sheffield in which a woman said she was headbutted by an activist during a counter-protest.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, the Knesset research center says Ben-Gvir’s National Guard is operating without formal legal approval or clear authority. The unit is recruiting fighters, receiving state funds, and dispersing protests, while lawmakers lack basic information on its chain of command, powers, and governing procedures.

In Israeli Economy and Business, there is optimism in the Israeli stock market about the economic outlook and expectations of no change in the central bank rate. Jonathan Katz, the chief economist at Leader Capital Markets, wrote in his weekly briefing that, given rising regional tensions and strong macro data, inflation cooling, and a strong shekel, the rate is not expected to change. The January composite index points to continued rapid expansion at the start of the year. The report also notes air force activity described in the article.

In Uplifting News, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. is coming out of retirement after a spring exhibition bout with Mike Tyson. Mayweather, who turns 49 on Tuesday, retired with a perfect 50-0 record after beating Conor McGregor in August 2017. He said he still has what it takes to set more records in the sport and that the upcoming Tyson event, followed by his next professional bout, will draw the biggest gates and audiences of his career. The April 25 exhibition with Tyson is reportedly set for Africa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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.

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https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-887433
https://worldisraelnews.com/explainer-us-military-buildup-and-scenarios-for-war-with-iran/
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-887453
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/bjkjosu0011e
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1287651
https://www.jpost.com/omg/article-887445
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