Death tolls climb in Israel and Iran, and risk of Palestinian black market grows


Yasmeen Altaji
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The death tolls in Iran and Israel continue to climb amid the escalating conflict between the countries. Israel’s move to cancel a waiver allowing banks in the country to work with their Palestinian counterparts could give rise to a black market. Four Israeli companies have had their stands shut down by organisers on the opening day of the Paris Airshow, Israel's Defence Ministry said.

On today's episode of Trending Middle East:

Who are the key figures killed in Israel's strikes on Iran?

Israel's move to isolate Palestinian banks will give rise to black market

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This episode features Hadya AlAlawi, Assistant Foreign Editor, and Sarmad Khan, Company and Markets Editor.

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Updated: June 18, 2025, 10:06 AM
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