Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 19, 2026, 10 PM Eastern

Stay updated with Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. President Donald Trump announces a sweeping "crushing economic operation" targeting Iran, warning global entities against providing any support. We ...

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

On Israel Today: Ongoing War Report, we cover Israeli airstrikes in Syria targeting the Abu al-Duhur military airfield, amidst heightened regional tensions and warnings from IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Za...

19 Aug 4min