IsReal News Morning Briefing Feb. 18—Possible U.S.–Israel Strike on Iran; Gaza Friendly-Fire Death; Abdanan Protests
Headlines
• Axios: Major U.S.–Israel operation against Iran could be imminent
• Iran–Russia naval drill planned amid nuclear diplomacy
• Israeli soldier killed by friendly fire in southern Gaza
• Ramadan Temple Mount entry framework approved
• Forged Israeli IDs used to bypass checkpoints, security officials say
• Reports of live fire, arrests, and internet shutdowns in Iran’s Abdanan
• Survey: 42% of Jewish students report antisemitism on campus
• Spike Lee clarifies All-Star attire after reaction
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