Episode Details

Stay updated with key developments from Israel. Iran has vowed preemptive action amid heightened regional tensions, with shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowing following threats of retaliation. Unconfirmed reports suggest Houthi attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure. In the U.S., the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights has declared the rise in antisemitism a "national crisis," outlining extensive actions by the Justice Department against universities and individuals. Domestically, demand for food assistance in Israel has surged by 32% ahead of the Tishrei holidays, reflecting deepening economic hardship, while Argentina is set to file criminal charges against an Israeli firm over Falklands drilling.

Sources:
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-september-8-2026/
- AL Monitor: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/09/hormuz-traffic-slows-after-iran-threatens-retaliation-us-attacks
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/59756
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/59760
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-907888
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-907890

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