Episode Details

Iran's oil exports face a prolonged halt due to a US naval blockade, impacting global energy markets. Regional shipping remains at risk from Iranian drone and missile attacks, contributing to zero US imports of Saudi crude in July. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel have agreed on a shortlist of countries to verify Hezbollah's disarmament under a US-brokered deal. Domestically, the Shin Bet warns Hamas views demilitarization talks as a trap, and diplomatic shifts include Colombia announcing its embassy will move to Jerusalem. We also cover the signing of a new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, concerns over Saudi nuclear development, and the cancellation of New York Times subscriptions by Israel's Consul General in New York due to alleged "blood libels."

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