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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 24, 2026, 12 AM Eastern
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, announcing unprecedented coordinated economic isolation and warning nations against continued ties. This comes as traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz remains suppressed due to ongoing blockades, impacting energy shipments. In Israeli domestic politics, a decision by the Shin Bet not to provide security for leading election challenger Gadi Eisenkot has raised concerns, drawing parallels to past political violence. Meanwhile, Syria announces a new phase in dismantling the legacy of its chemical weapons…
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