Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 23, 2026, 09 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 23, 2026 · 4m

On Israel Today: Ongoing War Report, we begin with significant diplomatic developments as Iran has reportedly been invited to join a new mutual defense alliance formed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, an offer under review by Tehran. We'll also cover rising tensions as the US prepares to impose potentially 'toughest sanctions in history' on Iran, a threat Iran's foreign minister dismissed as desperation. In the Palestinian territories, a new poll indicates a significant drop in support for Hamas, alongside widespread distrust in Palestinian leadership. Plus, updates on ongoing security…