Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 18, 2026, 02 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 18, 2026 · 5m

This episode of Israel Today Ongoing War Report covers the evolving regional military balance as a US-Iran negotiation window closes, with Iran reportedly accelerating weapons production and the US facing depleted interceptor stocks. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for Israel to conquer and settle Gaza, while Hamas reiterates its stance that weapons will remain as long as the occupation continues. We also look at diplomatic efforts, including a high-level US delegation meeting Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza's future, and domestic news including criticism of settler violence in…