Israel & the United States at War with Iran
Special Update from Israel
March 16, 2026
Prepared by and sent from Jewish Federations of North America's Israel Office
(Updates this week will also be sent on Wednesday and Thursday)
- Day 17 of the US/Israel War with Iran
- Missile fire continues, as more flights begin to fly into and out of Israel
- Some schools have reopened in low-risk areas, while classes in all major cities remain closed, and most other restrictions continue.
See Jewish Federations’ Joint Security Guidance for Jewish Institutions Following Strikes on Iran.
Briefing: Israel & the United States at War with Iran with Haviv Rettig Gur
Wednesday, March 18 at 12pm ET
Join the Jewish Federations of North America for a special briefing on the rapidly unfolding conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. We’ll be joined by Haviv Rettig Gur, who will provide timely insight and analysis on the latest developments and what they may mean for the region and the Jewish community worldwide.
Missile and Rocket Fire
- Iran launched several ballistic missiles toward central Israel in the last 24 hours, and emergency services said at least some of the munitions appeared to again include cluster sub‑munitions. Multiple impact sites were reported, and footage showed damage to a home in one central town. A woman in her 30s was taken to hospital with minor trauma wounds. Rescue services said at least two impacts were consistent with cluster munitions or falling fragments...
Read entire update here.