Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 18, 2026, 09 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 18, 2026 · 4m

Key updates from Israel include the US signaling strong support for Israel's continued military operations if Hamas fails to disarm within 90 days, alongside reports of an IDF troop withdrawal from parts of Gaza reducing Israeli control. Iran announces a shift towards a 'fully offensive' posture amid regional tensions, and the US criticizes an Israeli strike in Syria. Domestically, IDF conduct in the West Bank faces scrutiny with plans to transfer authority to civilian police, while Likud grapples with its electoral list and projected seat reduction. We also cover rising antisemitism and…