Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 30, 2026, 02 PM Eastern

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report, I'm Noa Levi. This hour, we delve into Israel's long-standing strategy to foster internal opposition to Hamas in Gaza by supporting local gangs, a tactic confirmed by Prime Minister Netanyahu. We also bring you critical updates from the United States, where top military chiefs are warning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the risks of ongoing operations in Iran to global security. The report covers a troubling rise in antisemitism, detailing verbal attacks on a US Congressional candidate with slurs, the controversial inclusion of material in a CAIR resource guide linking 9/11 to American support for Israel, and the enduring legacy of the Durban Conference. Plus, we look at domestic Israeli politics, including IDF soldiers sentenced for refusing an order involving a female paramedic, record-high gas prices, and the economy, with Finland extending its defense cooperation with Israel.

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