Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2026-04-02 at 22:01

HEADLINES
Iran missiles strike Israel as sirens wail
Experts warn US strikes risk war crimes
Germany bans Buchenwald vigil over terrorism fears

The time is now 10:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In Direct Israel-Iran Clashes, sirens sounded across central Israel after Iran launched missiles described as carrying multiple warheads, with red alert sirens continuing as the Iranian regime presses its strikes on Israeli territory.

In US Military Role, dozens of international law experts have signed an open letter saying that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, warning that such actions could violate international humanitarian law. The letter cites a televised address in which President Trump said the war could escalate if Iran does not concede to Washington’s terms, and notes that strikes on Iran’s energy and oil infrastructure were possible. It also references past remarks from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth suggesting a willingness to act without regard to what critics call restrictive engagement rules.

In Regional Impacts, France announced the ban on its 40th annual gathering of Muslims in Paris amid terrorism fears and security risks, following heightened police presence and security measures at sensitive sites after a foiled bomb attack linked to the broader regional tension surrounding the US-Israeli war on Iran. The decision came as authorities argued that the risk of terrorist acts and public disturbances warranted exceptional measures. Separately, in Israel and surrounding areas, reports describe destruction in Ramat Gan, identify Ramat Gan as a focal point, note debris falls in Petah Tikva across multiple zones, and state that rescue and emergency teams are on the scene in Givat Shmuel while authorities indicate full emergency deployment in Bnei Brak.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, Education Minister Yoav Kisch described a group that attempted to force entry to his home during a siren as an extremist and deranged gang of criminals. A video shows individuals banging at the gate as sirens sound, with one person claiming to be a teacher and blaming Kisch for the Iranian attack, shouting that “these missiles are your fault! Protect me!” Kisch said eight minutes to shelter were ignored and called the incident a grave crossing of a red line, while fellow ministers condemned the act and pledged support.

In Antisemitism and Anti-Jewish Hate, German authorities shut down a planned pro-Palestinian vigil at the Buchenwald memorial site, banning the event on memorial grounds and offering an alternate downtown location. Kufiyas associated with the group said they would challenge the ban in court, while German leaders including antisemitism czar Felix Klein criticized the rally as disrespectful and as an attempt to relativize historic crimes. The organizers, who described the event as commemorating victims of genocide and advocating against all genocides, announced plans to pursue legal avenues amid widespread opposition from political and community leaders.

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