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Iran is reportedly utilizing advanced AI, including its own Claude model, for military strategy development, targeting U.S. naval forces and Jewish organizations, while also conducting sophisticated phishing operations. Iran-backed Houthi rebels have reportedly seized Perim Island, solidifying their control over a vital Red Sea shipping route. In Lebanon, a senior official warns that Israeli strikes extending beyond Hezbollah targets are creating backlash and hindering disarmament efforts, as diplomatic talks remain stalled. Meanwhile, a Rosh Hashanah dinner in Phuket, Thailand, was canceled due to fears of violent protests and rising antisemitic rhetoric.

Sources:
- JPost.com - Homepage: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-908390
- Telegram Channel Jewish News 24: https://t.me/JewishNews24/59953
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/lebanese-official-to-toi-indiscriminate-idf-strikes-hinder-hezbollah-disarmament/
- The Times of Israel: https://www.timesofisrael.com/chabad-cancels-rosh-hashanah-event-in-phuket-due-to-security-concerns/

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