Today's News Summary from Israel: June 23, 2026 - Morning

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Tehran has no plans to allow IAEA inspectors access to nuclear sites struck during the war.

Israeli media reports that the Navy recently thwarted an attempted jet ski infiltration from Jordan toward Eilat’s hotel area. The vessel was reportedly damaged and fled back toward Jordan. Israeli defense officials suspect the jet ski may have been remotely controlled and used to test Israel’s defenses. The incident is being investigated with Jordanian authorities.

Four working groups have been formed as part of the next phase of U.S.-Iran negotiations, covering sanctions removal, the nuclear file, reconstruction and economic development, and monitoring and implementation, Iran's deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced following what he called the "successful conclusion" of technical talks in Switzerland. A separate "de-escalation cell" for Lebanon - involving the U.S., Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar - was also established. Gharibabadi confirmed that $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets will be released immediately in two $6 billion installments, echoing an earlier announcement by chief negotiator Ghalibaf.

Brigadier General Barak Hiram has assumed the role of head of the Operations Division. The command change ceremony took place yesterday at Camp "Rabin" (the Kirya), led by the Chief of the General Staff, Major General Eyal Zamir, and the head of the Operations Division, Major General Itzik Cohen, in the presence of members of the General Staff Forum, commanders, and families.

Avigdor Lieberman, Chairman of Yisrael Beitenu, on the understandings between the US and Iran: "The deal taking shape in Switzerland promises three things - Iran will be nuclear, a US kosher certification for ballistic missiles, and the continued funding of Iran's 'proxies.

According to Arab reports, security forces raided this morning the Shuafat refugee camp in East Jerusalem, including a helicopter that was observed in the air.

The Attorney General, the State Attorney, and the Police Chief have decided: "We will not conduct operations to arrest deserters on Election Day, every voter will be able to reach the polling station without fear."

Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering reserving a spot in the top ten on the Likud list for former Minister Moshe Kahlon, Minister Gideon Sa'ar. Additionally, he is considering reserving a spot on the list for the head of the Local Government Center Haim Bibas'

Katz: "The IDF has full backing to act decisively against any threat - even in Lebanon"

Tehran's red line is an end to all attacks on Lebanon, including Beirut and the south, according to Iran's ambassador to the UN in Geneva.

Electricity cut across large parts of Crimea after Ukraine hit a thermal power station.

Michael Mezrahi, who was seriously injured during the shooting incident last night (Tuesday) in Canada, passed away from his wounds tonight. Initially, ZAKA confirmed his death but later retracted it and announced that he was seriously injured. Tonight, as mentioned, he passed away from his wounds.

US-Iran Summit in Switzerland Ends After 18 Hours of Talks - In Iran, Still Not Ready to Discuss Nuclear Disarmament.

Even in Lebanon - fury over the US's conduct in negotiations with Iran. Senior figure in the anti-Hezbollah camp: "Deep disappointment with Trump, this strengthens the terror organization"

Eight and a half years in prison were imposed on Dmitry Cohen, 28, from Haifa, who was convicted of maintaining contact with an Iranian foreign agent and seven counts of attempting to transmit information that could assist the enemy.

Trump's new Air Force 1 plane has entered service.

Could Face 35 Years: "The Ashkelon Hacker" Extradited to the United States.

Seoul: North Korean soldiers captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine can resettle in South Korea if they choose. The government opposes forced repatriation of POWs to either Russia or North Korea.

During talks in Switzerland, Iran claims that the immediate release of $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets, to be disbursed in two $6 billion installments, will be implemented immediately.

Representatives of the French government, including parliament members from the coalition and the opposition, held a secret meeting with senior Hamas officials.

ZAKA: Death confirmed of Michael Mizrahi, who was seriously injured in the Montreal shooting incident.

Murder Suspected: 67-Year-Old Man Shot Dead Near Kafr Qasim.

At least two people were killed and one person was injured in a shooting at the Butte County Library in Chico, California. The suspect is in custody, authorities said.

A 15-year-old boy was killed in a road accident near Be'er Sheva, a 20-year-old youth in moderate condition.

Zini’s warning about “October 7 in Eilat”: About two and a half weeks ago - a suspicious vessel was identified in the Red Sea on its way to Eilat, and there was concern that it might be a readiness test by terrorist organizations.

Benjamin Netanyahu: "The directive from me and the Defense Minister to the IDF is clear and has not changed: The fighters in southern Lebanon have full freedom of action to thwart any direct or emerging threat, without any restrictions. I stand firm on the fact that we will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon for as long as is required to protect the residents of the north and the citizens of the state."

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