US launches “Operation Economic Outcast” sanctions on Iran and its trade partners; Attacks on Gaza continue as Israel targets more civilian infrastructure – August 24, 2026

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. US launches “Operation Economic Outcast” sanctions on Iran and its trade partners, Iran pushes back; Civilian casualties rise in Gaza as Israel escalates attacks on civilian infrastructure; UN Security Council meets on Ukraine, Russian attacks, as Ukraine celebrates Independence Day; East Bay Rep. Lateefah Simon announces $800 thousand to redesign Ashby BART to address historic injustices; Western states remain divided over how to share shrinking Colorado river, as feds propose new options to manage dwindling water supply; Trump threatens tariffs on Canada, as Canada prepares own sanction announcement Tuesday; Supreme Court clears way for Trump’s mail-voting order ahead of the midterm elections The post US launches “Operation Economic Outcast” sanctions on Iran and its trade partners; Attacks on Gaza continue as Israel targets more civilian infrastructure – August 24, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.