Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Aug 2, 2026, 12:02 PM

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - 12:02 PM

Iran denies US deal on Strait of Hormuz; Gulf states divided
Hamas claims 18+ killed in Gaza as conflict escalates
Jihadist terrorism identified as top antisemitic threat in Europe; swastika graffiti in Spain

Iran denies any deal with the US to open the Strait of Hormuz, with a senior military source stating it will remain closed amid divided Gulf state responses. In Gaza, Hamas claims over 18 deaths from Israeli 'bombings' and accuses Israel of escalating to sabotage ceasefire talks, while reports detail specific attacks. Analysis identifies jihadist terrorism as Europe's leading antisemitic threat, alongside an incident of swastika graffiti in Spain. Other news includes former minister Gilad Erdan's political comeback plans, judicial intervention on Ben-Gvir's 'Crocodile Prison Plan,' cyber warnings and extended flight cancellations by American Airlines, a wildfire near Beit Shemesh, and the discovery of explosive devices near Ramla.

Sources:
- Telegram Channel Selena Updates: https://t.me/selena_updates/68200
- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/hkueqrnhme
- Telegram Channel abualiexpress: https://t.me/abualiexpress/127796
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- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-904339
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- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkyaqahhzl
- Telegram Channel newssil: https://t.me/newssil/207973

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