The aid is aimed at communities located within 0–2 kilometers of the border fence, including Shlomi, Metula, and Kiryat Shmona, as well as several regional councils along the confrontation line.

“Israel really did us dirty [...] they actually wanted to see us face China head-to-head. Israel wants to see the petrodollar flunk. I actually HOPE Netanyahu is dead," said Banks.

Israel has taken the lead in assassinating top Iranian officials, with the US playing a minimal role, signaling a major shift in strategy amid escalating tensions.

Izvestia said the Kremlin had confirmed the pause and that the Iran war could push Kyiv towards compromise.

El Al cancels regular flights until March 29, with air travel in the Middle East remaining heavily disrupted as the war with Iran forces closures in Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi.

The ministry warns unvaccinated individuals and parents of infants with one dose at 6–11 months to avoid large gatherings in outbreak areas.

Olim, along with returning residents who have lived abroad for at least ten years, will be eligible for the tax exemption.