Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 27, 2026, 03 PM Eastern

Reports indicate a growing belief in the imminent collapse of Iran's regime, fueled by escalating US economic sanctions and predictions from former Mossad chief David Barnea. Meanwhile, Israel continues operations, with drone strikes targeting Hamas commanders in Gaza and airstrikes reported in southern Lebanon. Internationally, the UK is considering a ban on trade with West Bank settlements. Domestically, new political parties are forming and investigations into security leaks are underway, while aliyah numbers reach record highs.

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- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-906836
- Israel Today: https://www.israelhayom.com/2026/08/27/irans-moment-of-collapse-looks-closer-than-ever/
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- Telegram Channel abualiexpress: https://t.me/abualiexpress/129271
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- Telegram Channel Selena Updates: https://t.me/selena_updates/69391
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- Telegram Channel Selena Updates: https://t.me/selena_updates/69390
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- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/aliyah/article-906840

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