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Real-time News
August 1st - According to CBS News, citing multiple sources, the United States and Israel are planning "one of the most intense bombing campaigns to date" against Iranian energy infrastructure, potentially targeting power plants and oil refineries, with the operation possibly lasting throughout the weekend. Sources say Israel has been notified and is coordinating with the US, but Trump has not yet issued final approval. The report notes that the plan was proposed at Trumps cabinet meeting at Camp David on Friday, and some White House political aides strongly opposed it, fearing the operation could impact the US and global economy. Trump stated, "Were going to hit them very hard." The US has also discussed cutting off Tehrans power supply, but no decision has been made. Previously, Trump stated that for every attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the US would bomb an Iranian bridge or power plant. If this operation is carried out, it would mean Israel has resumed military operations that were previously suspended due to a US-mediated ceasefire.August 1st - According to Irans Tasnim News Agency, the Houthi rebels in Yemen stated that, in order to implement their strategy of "blockade against blockade," eight Saudi oil tankers have been forced to change course and circle the Cape of Good Hope after maritime restrictions were imposed on them. The Houthis stated that the blockade against Saudi Arabia will continue and warned that they will take action against relevant vessels within their capabilities. The Houthis also stated that they will continue to push for the lifting of the blockade on Yemen and to protect their own interests.The U.S. military stated that as of July 31, Central Command had altered the routes of 30 merchant ships, rendered two ships inoperable, and boarded and inspected two more.August 1st - According to the New York Times, Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh is reportedly considering reducing the number of the Feds regular interest rate decision meetings. This move could cause a major upheaval and mark the most significant change in the Feds operations in recent years. Currently, the Feds 12-member Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meets eight times a year to vote on whether to raise, lower, or maintain borrowing costs. According to four sources familiar with the matter, Warsh proposed adjusting the meeting frequency at this weeks Fed meeting. These sources also revealed that at this weeks meeting, Warsh discussed the legal basis for the minimum number of meetings the Fed must hold annually, and the timeline for such adjustments. Reportedly, Warsh requested that officials provide feedback to him, rather than having a comprehensive discussion of the meeting schedule at this weeks meeting.The Houthi rebels in Yemen: The blockade of Saudi Arabia will continue. The armed forces will intercept their ships wherever possible, as long as conditions permit.
