Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-04-02 at 00:01

HEADLINES
- Drone intrusion rocks western Galilee, injuries reported
- US deploys Compass Call to disrupt Iran
- Ohio campus Nazi salute fuels backlash

The time is now 12:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, authorities report a suspected drone intrusion into the western Galilee. Across the Gush Dan region, 12 sites were reported where debris fell from the incident. In Bnei Brak, four people were injured, and in Shfar’am a building was damaged with descriptions of a pancake-shaped collapse. The Tel Aviv area has been described as a neighborhood of collapses that continues to experience disruption. An IDF fallen soldier, whose burial place had been unknown for 78 years, was located. A 60-year-old man was killed by a vehicle near the Eshkolot junction on the holiday eve. Iran has signaled stronger support for Hezbollah as part of its broader effort to counter Israel.

In US Military Role, the US Central Command announced the deployment of EA-37B Compass Call electronic-attack aircraft to the theater in the Middle East as part of the operation against Iran. The platform is intended to disrupt adversaries’ communications, warning systems, navigation, and control networks, marking a notable step in the initiative.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, an incident at Ohio University drew wide attention after influencer Myron Gaines performed a Nazi salute during a campus appearance and espoused antisemitic conspiracy theories. He claimed the Holocaust death toll had been distorted, telling students that “number one, women are stupid, Jews control America and Blacks are criminals,” and questioned documented evidence about the Hamas attack. He alleged a much lower death toll and asserted that Israel propagates lies to serve its narrative.

Also in this topic, Naveed Akram’s case in Australia saw him lose a bid to prevent publication of his family’s identities after he opened fire on a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney. Akram, 24, faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder, 40 counts of wounding with intent to murder, and a terror offense. A judge ruled that open reporting should proceed, rejecting his request for a protective publication order due to concerns about safety and the public’s right to know.

Additionally, the Democratic National Committee plans to consider a resolution condemning the growing influence of AIPAC, the pro-Israel lobby, and its associated super PAC. The move comes amid debate within Democratic circles about outside spending and concerns among some Jewish Democrats that vilifying AIPAC could fuel antisemitism. The resolution names AIPAC and United Democracy Project as major outside spenders and invites amendments before a vote.

In Uplifting News, a piece from Portland, Maine, follows a rabbi’s decision to return to Israel amid the Iran war. He described arriving back in the United States on a flight from Tel Aviv to New York’s JFK, with a later connection through Sharm el Sheikh. He chose the first available ticket and noted a small, resilient group of travelers and volunteers, including firefighters and a Chabadnik from Kiryat Malachi, a mother and two teenagers, and a Hassidic couple with young children. The departure reflected a broader sense of connection and continuity as families and communities seek safety and reunite with loved ones in Israel.

Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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SOURCES
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1304215
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1304219
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-891931
https://www.jpost.com/international/article-891930
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-891929
https://www.jpost.com/travel/article-891608