Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 31, 2026, 12 AM Eastern

In U.S. policy news, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for weekly secondary sanctions on Iran, starting with banks, to increase economic pressure. Senator Ted Cruz stated the U.S. has achieved military objectives against Iran and called for regime collapse. We also look back at the 2001 Durban Conference against Racism, examining its lasting impact on efforts to delegitimize Israel. Finally, hear about a new cultural center opening in Kiryat Shmona, aiming to bring life back to the northern city.

Sources:
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-907081
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-907082
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-907070
- ynet - English: https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s1nylsbozl

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