Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 17, 2026, 04 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 17, 2026 · 2m

Stay informed with the latest from Israel. Reports indicate Iran has used a recent negotiating period with the US to significantly ramp up its production of missiles and drones and coordinate with regional proxies like Hezbollah and the Houthis for an expanded war, according to the Wall Street Journal. Meanwhile, US officials including Jared Kushner are meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to advance President Trump's plan for Gaza, focusing on the demilitarization of Hamas and the transfer of governance. Domestically, the Likud Party is holding its primaries amidst internal…