Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 25, 2026, 01 PM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 25, 2026 · 5m

Today's report focuses on heightened tensions in Gaza, where Israel has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to Hamas, demanding an end to kite launches and warning of intensified military action. On the regional front, U.S. President Trump announced the clearing of all mines from the Strait of Hormuz, issuing a stern warning to Iran against future mine placements. Domestically, former IDF General Ofer Winter has launched a new right-wing party, 'Amcha Yisrael,' with prominent Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad joining as its second-in-command. We also cover the controversy surrounding MK Tzvi…