Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Aug 2, 2026, 8:00 PM

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - 8:00 PM

Trump Cancels Iran Strike Amidst Diplomatic Pressure; Talks to Begin Monday
Israel Cites Security Concerns Over Gaza Withdrawal Plan Amidst Envoy's Criticism
Defense Minister's Move to Replace IDF General Sparks Political Uproar

Stay informed with crucial updates from Israel. President Trump has called off a planned significant strike against Iran following diplomatic pressure and announced new talks set to begin Monday. Meanwhile, in Gaza, a peace envoy expressed concern over recent Israeli strikes, as Israel voices "serious security concerns" over proposed withdrawal plans. Domestically, Defense Minister Israel Katz's attempt to replace an IDF Central Command head has sparked political uproar. Also, Israel's Consul-General in New York criticizes the NYC Mayor, and economic news includes American Airlines extending flight suspensions and new tobacco regulations.

Sources:
- Telegram Channel Selena Updates: https://t.me/selena_updates/68224
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-904374
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-904376
- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b10vw86szg
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-904378
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/board-of-peace-envoy-laments-recent-gaza-strikes-amid-effort-to-implement-trump-plan/
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- Telegram Channel Naftali: https://t.me/hnaftali/24064
- AL Monitor: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/08/trump-says-iran-talks-take-place-monday-sets-no-deadline-deal
- Telegram Channel Selena Updates: https://t.me/selena_updates/68225
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/58026
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- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjszwrargl
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/58024
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/58025

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