Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 8, 2026, 09 AM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Aug 8, 2026 · 4m

Negotiations between Iran and Oman over a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz are reportedly nearing completion, though Iran insists reopening the waterway depends on US conditions. The UAE has reported an Iranian ship attack in the Strait. Meanwhile, a New York Times investigation has detailed allegations of physical and sexual abuse by Israeli forces against Gaza flotilla activists. On US policy, reports suggest US jets struck Iran without Israeli participation, raising questions about strategic influence. The episode also covers a Catholic initiative supporting Israel, backlash…