Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 17, 2026, 08 AM Eastern

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 Oman, and urges Iran to surrender. Reports indicate Iran's leadership has prepared for a larger conflict, accelerating missile production and working with proxies. The U.S. is also pressing Israel for restraint in Gaza and Lebanon to focus efforts on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Domestically, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sharply criticized Britain, labeling it the 'Islamic Republic of Britain.' We examine unique campaign tactics in the Likud primaries, set against the war's significant human and economic costs. Finally, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced a plan to transfer West Bank civilian enforcement to the Israel Police, addressing settler violence concerns.

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