Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 16, 2026, 07 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 16, 2026 · 4m

Stay updated on the latest from Israel. The IDF assesses increased Iranian-backed coordination between Hamas and Hezbollah, while settler extremism diverts military resources in the West Bank. Reports suggest former President Trump is hesitant to endorse Prime Minister Netanyahu, and political alliances within Israel are in flux with an MK considering a move to an Arab party. We also look at a potential shift in Temple Mount prayer rules, developments in combating antisemitism with Saudi textbook changes, and a heartwarming story of the human milk bank tripling its vital services. Stay…