Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 9, 2026, 04 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 9, 2026 · 3m

Reports detail multiple attacks on Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure, including refineries and gas plants, with Yemen's Houthis claiming responsibility and Iran-backed Iraqi terrorists suspected in another incident. Israel's defense establishment conducted a secret test of its Arrow air-defense system, signaling a serious approach to regional threats. On the Gaza front, Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz quietly approved new housing infrastructure east of Rafah, a move that has drawn criticism. Domestically, Defense Minister Katz has ordered an urgent probe into alleged…