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- **Israeli Strikes Hit Hezbollah Strongholds in Lebanon After Deepest Drone Attack**
- **Defense Minister Urges Comprehensive Gaza Plan; US Backs Call**
- **Pro-Palestinian Protest Escalates Outside University of Michigan Board Member's Home**

The time is now 07:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

This evening, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has seen significant developments, marked by a series of military actions and diplomatic statements.

In northeastern Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple locations in the Baalbek region, a known Hezbollah stronghold. According to Lebanese media, these strikes are the largest in the area since the conflict began, with several targets hit in the Nabi Chit and Brital areas. This escalation follows the launch of an explosive-laden drone by Hezbollah that struck the Lower Galilee in northern Israel. The drone attack is reported to be the deepest strike by Hezbollah into Israeli territory during the current conflict, reaching approximately 35 kilometers from the Lebanon border. No injuries were reported from this attack, though the targeted area included a sensitive military base near the Golani Junction.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has called for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to develop a comprehensive post-war plan for Gaza. Gallant emphasized that without a robust strategy to replace Hamas, the terror group could eventually regain control, undermining Israel's military achievements. The Biden administration has expressed its agreement with Gallant's concerns. A senior US official noted the importance of preventing Hamas from regenerating in cleared territories to ensure a sustained defeat of the group.

Back in the United States, tensions related to the conflict have also manifested on academic grounds. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators staged a provocative protest outside the home of a University of Michigan board member. The protest involved the erection of tents and the placement of fake bloody corpses, symbolizing casualties in Gaza. The university has faced ongoing demands from these groups to divest from companies with ties to Israel, although university officials maintain that their endowment has minimal indirect exposure to such companies. The protest at the board member's home has been condemned by university officials as a significant and dangerous escalation.

In a related context, Prime Minister Netanyahu, in an interview with CNBC, drew parallels between the anti-government protests in Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrations on American campuses. Netanyahu argued that both sets of protests do not reflect the majority opinion in their respective countries, suggesting a disconnect between the demonstrators and the broader public sentiment.

Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire. The USAID director has highlighted severe food shortages affecting more than half of Gaza's population. A floating pier is set to become operational by week's end to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries, with logistical support from the United States.

These developments underscore the persistent volatility and complexity of the Israel-Hamas conflict, impacting not only the immediate region but also reverberating through international diplomatic channels and affecting communities far beyond the Middle East.

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- **Civilian Contractor Killed by Mortar Shell in Gaza, Days Before Wedding**
- **USAID Reports Severe Food Shortages in Gaza; Pier to Open for Aid Deliveries**
- **Netanyahu Compares Anti-Government Protests in Israel to US Campus 'Mobocracies'**

The time is now 06:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the latest developments regarding the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, several key events have emerged over the past hour, warranting closer examination and context.

Casualties and Military Operations

First, we report a tragic incident where a civilian contractor, Liron Yitzhak, who was stationed in southern Gaza on behalf of the Israeli Defense Ministry, succumbed to injuries inflicted by a mortar shell. Yitzhak, who was to be wed in two weeks, represents the human toll and personal tragedies that are often overshadowed by the broader conflict. This incident underscores the perilous conditions faced by individuals on both sides of the conflict.

Further highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has reported severe food shortages affecting more than half of the population. The Gaza pier is scheduled to become operational by the end of the week, aimed at alleviating some of the humanitarian suffering. This initiative is part of broader international efforts to provide relief amidst ongoing hostilities. The Central Command (CENTCOM) of the United States has been instrumental in providing logistical support for these humanitarian activities.

Domestic Protests and Political Statements

Simultaneously, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in an interview with CNBC, drew a controversial comparison between anti-government protesters in Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters in the United States. Netanyahu described these protests as not reflective of the majority, likening them to what he termed "mobocracies" on American campuses. This statement comes against the backdrop of significant domestic unrest in Israel, where citizens are voicing their dissent over various government policies, including the handling of the hostage situation.

Civil Unrest and Vigilantism

In a disturbing incident reflecting the heightened tensions within Israel, far-right activists mistakenly attacked a commercial truck in the West Bank, believing it to be part of a humanitarian aid convoy to Gaza. The vigilantes vandalized the vehicle and assaulted the Palestinian driver, leaving him injured. This act of vigilantism underscores the deep divisions and rising extremism within segments of Israeli society, particularly in opposition to aid deliveries to Gaza while hostilities continue and hostages remain captive.

International Reactions and Diplomatic Resignations

The conflict's international ramifications were further illustrated by the resignation of Lily Greenberg Call, a special assistant to the chief of staff in the United States Interior Department. Call, the first Jewish political appointee to publicly resign in protest of President Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war, accused the administration of using Jews to justify US policies in the conflict. Her resignation highlights internal dissent within the US government regarding its support for Israel amidst escalating violence and humanitarian crises.

Cross-Border Dynamics

In another development, a Hezbollah drone crashed in the Lower Galilee region of Israel, marking the deepest strike into Israeli territory since the conflict's escalation in October. Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group, claimed the drone targeted a military base near Tiberias. This incident signifies the broader regional implications of the Israel-Hamas conflict, potentially drawing in other actors and exacerbating the already vo

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