Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 16, 2026, 08 PM Eastern

On today's Israel Today: Ongoing War Report, we cover the fallout from an antisemitic attack at New York's Central Synagogue, exploring the debate over political rhetoric and its alleged link to risin...

17 Aug 4min

Key updates from Israel include a dramatic slowdown in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions and stalled U.S.-Iran talks, impacting global trade. Domestically, an Israeli...

17 Aug 3min

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased following recent tanker attacks, with data showing a near standstill over the weekend. Meanwhile, US-allied Gulf states are ex...

17 Aug 4min

Stay updated on crucial developments with Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. The 60-day US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding has expired, leading to intensified American pressure including naval blockad...

16 Aug 4min

Stay up-to-date with crucial updates from Israel. The US State Department is emphasizing the necessity of Hezbollah's disarmament for achieving stability along the Lebanon border. In New York City, Ma...

16 Aug 2min

Updates from the northern front: A senior Hezbollah commander, Abu Hassan Alaa, has been eliminated, and Israeli forces are intensifying operations around the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, t...

16 Aug 4min

A report on escalating regional tensions, with Iran's military announcing significant financial rewards for killing or capturing U.S. soldiers. We also cover international pressure on Israel regarding...

16 Aug 5min