Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Aug 2, 2026, 6:00 PM

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - 6:00 PM

Trump Called Off Major Iran Strike; Israel Raises Concerns Over Hamas Deal
IDF Eliminates Gaza Terrorists; Hezbollah Explosive Wounds Lebanese Soldiers
Israel's Defense Minister Moves to Replace IDF Central Command Chief Amid Clarification

Key updates from Israel Today: US officials reveal President Trump called off a major planned strike on Iran, influenced by Qatari and Saudi diplomacy, while Trump himself suggests Iran negotiations are imminent. Israel expresses 'serious security concerns' to the White House regarding the Hamas disarmament plan, citing intelligence that Hamas seeks to rearm. The IDF reports eliminating multiple terrorists in Gaza and concludes a significant mission in southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Defense Minister Israel Katz announces a potential change in IDF Central Command leadership, a move the IDF Chief of Staff states was uncoordinated and reconfirms trust in the current commander. A hate crime incident targeting a synagogue in Florida is also reported.

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