Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-04-08 at 06:02

HEADLINES
Two-week Iran-US ceasefire; Hormuz must reopen
Iran drone wave hits UAE and Kuwait
Istanbul detains 10 over Israeli consulate attack

The time is now 6:01 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Iranian Retaliation, across Lebanon, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and even Iran, observers are signaling that the Islamic Republic may have taken the first step toward what some describe as capitulation, arguing it effectively surrendered and gave Donald Trump what he sought. A figure described as a nightmare for the Iranians says he was in their skies dozens of times in recent weeks. In Lebanon this morning, an event ended speculation about Hezbollah. The reports portray a sense that a narrative of concession has taken hold in multiple capitals, even as Iran and its supporters articulate a contrasting view of outcomes and strength.

In Regional Impacts, Al Jazeera, citing the UAE interior ministry, reports that the region is dealing with what is described as a missile attack. The Kuwaiti military says that since eight this morning a wave of Iranian strikes has targeted the area, with 28 drones launched so far and four responses recorded. In Istanbul, Turkish authorities have detained 10 suspects in connection with Tuesday’s gun attack near the Israeli consulate as the investigation broadens; one attacker was killed and two others wounded in the extended gun fight outside the tower building that houses the consulate. Those detained include the wounded assailants, who are being questioned in hospital as they receive treatment. The interior ministry has not commented on the detentions, and authorities have not disclosed a motive for the assault as the probe continues.

In US Policy Concerning Israel, major reactions followed the reported ceasefire between the United States and Iran after mediation by Pakistan. The ceasefire is described as two weeks long, with President Trump stating that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz to avoid further attacks on civilian infrastructure. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council framed the deal as a victory over the US, saying Trump accepted Iran’s terms to end hostilities. Pakistan’s prime minister said Iranian and US delegations would meet in Islamabad. The UN Secretary-General welcomed the ceasefire and urged all parties to abide by international law and the terms of the agreement to pave a path toward lasting peace.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, opposition leader Yair Lapid sharply criticized the ceasefire, calling it a political disaster and arguing that Israel was not part of the discussions that shaped the decision, while praising the military and public resilience. Otzma Yehudit lawmaker Zvika Fogel objected to the way the ceasefire was handled, writing on X that “Donald, you really wimped out.” A veteran Shin Bet official who investigated the Rabin assassination returns to the night that changed Israel, warning that Jewish extremism is no longer a marginal concern and that silence from leaders could invite anarchy. The Education Ministry is weighing easing restrictions on schooling, with the possibility of delayed reopenings as the Home Front Command reviews guidelines, following mayors’ announcements of returns before formal approvals.

In Israeli Economy and Business, global markets rallied and oil prices fell below $100 a barrel after the ceasefire news. WTI crude traded about 16% lower than Tuesday, Brent roughly 15% lower, and Tokyo-traded crude down about 1.3%. Natural gas contracts were around 5% lower. The S&P 500 opened slightly higher, as did the NASDAQ 100, signaling a broad market rebound. In Asia, Japan’s Nikkei rose about 5.4%, South Korea’s KOSPI gained roughly 6.8%, and MSCI’s broad Asia-Pacific index excluding Japan rose about 1%, with Japan-focused indices also higher.

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