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Israel and US working on ‘Plan B’ if Iran nuke talks fail, Gantz says
ByMichael Armstrong September 1, 2021August 31, 2021

In wide-ranging briefing, defense minister says intel ties with US getting stronger, calls for strengthening the PA and keeping a strict blockade on Gaza until Hamas frees captives. Defense Minister Benny Gantz at a state memorial ceremony marking 7 years since Operation Protective Edge at the National Memorial Hall at the entrance to the military…

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Trump imposes new Hezbollah sanctions, promises more against Iran
ByMichael Armstrong October 25, 2018October 26, 2018

President also claims Tehran no longer looking for access to Mediterranean at White House event marking anniversary of Beirut Marine barracks bombing. WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed legislation Thursday imposing new sanctions against Hezbollah, the Iran-backed terrorist group behind the 1983 Beirut barracks bombings. Speaking at a White House event marking the 35th anniversary…

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