Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 28, 2026, 09 AM Eastern

Stay updated with crucial developments as the IDF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in Lebanon following drone attacks. We report on the elimination of key Hamas and Islamic Jihad commanders in Gaza and ongoing psychological warfare from the Strip. Domestically, the discovery of the historic Altalena ship fuels political debate ahead of the upcoming Israeli elections, with opposition leaders expressing divisions. Uplifting stories of resilience emerge with the birth of a child to a former hostage and the wedding of another. Reports also cover domestic security incidents and a protest related to draft evasion, as well as a legal case involving an Israeli national in the US.

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