Strike Readiness: Israel is on high alert as the U.S. prepares for potential "weeks-long" strikes on Iran to force a new nuclear deal.
Israeli defense officials are coordinating closely with Washington for a
possible joint operation designed to cripple Iran's military
infrastructure and proxies.
Iran's Warning:
Tehran has warned the UN that any strike on its assets will be met with
a "decisive" response, and it has recently fortified key sites like Parchin with concrete shields against aerial attacks.Trump's Deadline: President Trump has issued a 10–15 day ultimatum for Iran to reach a "meaningful deal" or face military consequences.
. The "Board of Peace" & Gaza Status
No Reconstruction Policy: Prime Minister Netanyahu stated on February 19 that no reconstruction of Gaza will occur before the total demilitarization of Hamas.
Board of Peace Meeting: The first summit of Trump's Board of Peace
took place in Washington with 47 countries. Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi
Arabia pledged billions toward Gaza stabilization, with a plan to deploy
a 5,000-member transitional Palestinian police force within 60 days.Hamas Reassertion: Despite the ongoing ceasefire, reports indicate Hamas is reasserting control over security and tax revenue in parts of Gaza, complicating the Board of Peace’s mission.
3. West Bank & Domestic Issues
Annexation Concerns: Israel’s recent move to designate large areas of the West Bank as "state property" has been condemned by the UN and regional neighbors as "de facto annexation".
Settler Violence: Tensions remain high in the West Bank after a 19-year-old Palestinian-American was shot and killed during a settler attack.
Crime Epidemic: Domestic focus has shifted to a "killing a day" crime wave within Israeli-Arab society, sparking protests over perceived state inequality and lack of policing.
4. Key Developments in Tech & Science
Cyber Target: A report released in February 2026 ranked Israel as the #1 most-targeted country for geopolitical cyberattacks globally in 2025.
Medical Breakthrough: Israeli researchers at the Weizmann Institute announced a breakthrough using deep-brain stimulation to treat schizophrenia.