Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 17, 2026, 02 AM Eastern

Iran announces a shift to an offensive policy, setting a deadline for the U.S. and threatening escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Palestinian Authority officials express concern over U.S. ...

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Former US President Donald Trump confirms a backchannel with Iran's IRGC, issues threats against Oman, and suggests Israel should cease strikes in Gaza. This comes as a US-Iran memorandum of understan...

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On today's Israel Today: Ongoing War Report, we delve into escalating regional tensions as former U.S. President Donald Trump confirms a backchannel with Iran's IRGC, threatens military action against...

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has sparked controversy with extreme statements advocating for daily strikes on Gaza and remarks deemed dehumanizing. In domestic politics, the Likud party i...

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This is Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. Host Noa Levi brings you the latest from Israel. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has made controversial statements calling for daily targeted strik...

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This episode of Israel Today: Ongoing War Report covers Iran's preparations for broader conflict, including sending advisors to proxy groups and threats against Gulf states, alongside drone attacks on...

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Stay informed with the latest from Israel. Reports indicate Iran has used a recent negotiating period with the US to significantly ramp up its production of missiles and drones and coordinate with reg...

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This episode of Israel Today: Ongoing War Report brings you crucial updates from the region. We cover intelligence indicating Iran is preparing for an expanded conflict, detailing its proxy activities...

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