Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 31, 2026, 11 PM Eastern

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Host Noa Levi reports on escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, as the US military strikes Iranian launchers near the Strait of Hormuz, amid concerns over Tehran's threats to shipping. Vice President JD Vance described Iran's leadership as "crazy" and willing to take extreme measures, while President Trump commented on the "limited" nature of US strikes but left the door open for further action. Domestically, the script covers an incident where seven religious soldiers were imprisoned for refusing to serve alongside a female paramedic, prompting a response from Finance Minister Bezalel…