Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 19, 2026, 09 PM Eastern

President Trump announces unprecedented economic pressure on Iran, warning nations that aid Tehran. Reports detail Iran's internal security reshuffle and US efforts to secure global oil transit. The I...

20 Aug 3min

President Trump has announced a sweeping new 'Economic D-Day' against Iran, warning of severe consequences for nations aiding Tehran and noting US efforts in the Strait of Hormuz. Syria claims it warn...

20 Aug 3min

President Donald Trump has declared an 'Economic D-DAY' against Iran, vowing 'the most crushing economic operation ever' and threatening significant consequences for any nation aiding Tehran. In regio...

20 Aug 3min

On the regional front, Syria's Foreign Minister has challenged Israel's stated reasons for a recent airbase strike, claiming no Turkish military buildup. This development comes as U.S. President Donal...

19 Aug 3min

The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade with Iran after accusing Tehran of missile attacks toward maritime traffic, severing a major financial link. Meanwhile, Israeli officials are discussin...

19 Aug 3min

On Israel Today, we begin with escalating tensions in Syria, where Israel launched airstrikes on a military airbase following a high-level diplomatic call discussing Turkey's growing influence. The US...

19 Aug 5min

Tensions between Turkey and Israel appear to be escalating, with one report suggesting a 'fast collision course' and specific incidents including an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian base that has drawn s...

19 Aug 3min