Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 17, 2026, 11 PM Eastern

On today's report, an explosion in Metula has injured five foreign workers, one critically, while a maritime warning has been issued near the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a vessel. In diplo...

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This episode covers critical developments in Gaza diplomacy, including high-level meetings between U.S. envoy Jared Kushner and Hamas leadership in Egypt to discuss disarmament and future governance. ...

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This hour, Special Envoy Kushner outlines a potential 30-to-90-day timeline for progress in Gaza, focusing on weapon removal and tunnel filling. We also hear from the U.S. Energy Secretary on American...

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In today's report, we cover significant counter-terrorism operations in the West Bank, where IDF soldiers detained two suspected terrorists and raided over 100 sites near Jenin amid increased military...

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Stay informed with Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. This hour, we cover potential shifts in US policy regarding Hamas disarmament, with Washington reportedly weighing a wholesale plan over a phased a...

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Updates from Israel Today: The IDF conducted a significant operation near Jenin in the West Bank, detaining two suspected terrorists and raiding numerous sites. In Israeli domestic politics, Economy M...

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Iran is reportedly considering an "offensive approach," a potential return to escalation aimed at preserving its objectives amidst regional dynamics. In diplomatic news, US President Donald Trump's en...

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