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IsReal News Morning Briefing — Feb. 17: Iran Strait Drill, Israelis Attacked in Thailand, Belgium Dispute

Author: IsReal News February 17, 2026 Duration: 4:46

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Headlines • Iran conducts live-fire drill and partially closes Strait of Hormuz • U.S.–Iran messages resume through Omani mediation • Israelis attacked in Thailand; two hospitalized, one unaccounted for • Bennett says he will not join Netanyahu-led government • Belgium summons U.S. ambassador over antisemitism accusations • Israel-linked effigy burned at Andorra carnival • Australia refuses repatriation support for ISIS-linked families • Israeli drone firm told to leave Brooklyn...

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