Trump’s ceasefire is already collapsing as Israel attacks Lebanese civilians (again)

04/08/2026 Notes in the Margin

The Straight of Hormuz is closed again. Israel will not abide by any ceasefire, so Trump can only succeed by ignoring Netanyahu. Which Trump will not do.

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