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Trump and Iran tensions remain high amid ceasefire talks
President Trump criticized U.S. media coverage of Iran while Iranian officials signaled that ceasefire negotiations are still ongoing. The latest reporting suggests the conflict remains volatile even as diplomatic channels stay open.
Israel says it killed Hamasâs newly appointed armed wing chief
Israel said it killed Mohammed Odeh, Hamasâs newly appointed armed wing chief, in a strike in Gaza on Tuesday. The killing marks another significant blow in the ongoing war, according to the reported Israeli account.
Deadly Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 31 people and wounded 40, according to Lebanonâs Health Ministry. The assault was part of more than 120 Israeli airstrikes in a single day, one of the heaviest bombing periods in weeks.
U.S. conducts another deadly strike on a boat in the eastern Pacific
The U.S. military said it struck another vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors. The Trump administration claimed the boat was carrying drugs, but provided no evidence in the report.
Pentagon boat strikes have killed nearly 200 people since September
According to the reported Pentagon tally, U.S. strikes on boats in the Caribbean and Pacific have killed nearly 200 people since September. The campaign has drawn scrutiny because officials have not publicly presented evidence supporting each narcotics claim.
Immigration hearings are being expanded to speed deportations
The Trump administration is expediting mass immigration hearings to accelerate deportations, with some immigrants reportedly scheduled in groups of 100 or more. NPRâs reporting says many are facing their first court appearance under this expanded process.
Newark immigration standoff continues at Delaney Hall
Three people have been arrested during the dayslong standoff at Delaney Hall in Newark. The situation has also prompted threats of force-feeding by border czar Tom Homan if an alleged hunger strike worsens.
Bolivia faces sustained protests over austerity and rising living costs
Mass protests have continued across Bolivia for nearly a month as demonstrators demand President Rodrigo Pazâs resignation. Lawmakers have even moved toward authorizing armed forces deployment to suppress the unrest amid anger over austerity measures.
U.S. prepares Ebola-related staffing support for possible Kenya quarantine center
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to send public health officials to Kenya to help staff a potential quarantine center for U.S. citizens exposed to Ebola. The Wall Street Journal report said some Public Health Service Commissioned Corps members have already received deployment notices.
CDC asks for volunteers to screen U.S. travelers for Ebola
ABC reported that the CDC is seeking volunteers to help screen arriving travelers at U.S. airports for Ebola amid a growing outbreak. Officials say the public health risk in the United States remains low, but concern has risen ahead of major international travel tied to the World Cup.