The conflict in Gaza has resulted in the complete devastation of entire Palestinian families. An investigation by the Associated Press has revealed that at least 60 Palestinian families lost 25 or more members between October and December, marking the deadliest and most destructive period of the war. Israel maintains that it takes precautions to avoid civilian casualties, but the International Court of Justice is examining whether Israel’s actions constitute genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. The targeting of families across generations is a significant aspect of the case.
Israeli officials have announced the dissolution of the War Cabinet, which was responsible for directing the conflict in Gaza. This decision came after Benny Gantz, a key partner in the government, left the coalition, prompting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to disband the War Cabinet. Gantz, Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had been making crucial decisions together during the war.
President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign is launching a $50 million advertising campaign in battleground states to emphasize the contrst between Biden and former President Donald Trump following Trump’s felony conviction in New York. Biden’s campaign is intensifying efforts to make Trump’s legal issues a focal point ahead of their first debate on June 27 in Atlanta.
The U.S. surgeon general is urging Congress to mandate warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those on cigarette packages. Dr. Vivek Murthy believes that social media plays a role in the mental health challenges faced by young people and that warning labels could be a step in addressing this issue.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is set to issue over 175,000 pardons for marijuana convictions. The executive order will pardon individuals with low-level marijuana possession charges, aiming to correct past injustices. Recreational cannabis was legalized in Maryland in 2023, following a constitutional amendment approved by voters in 2022.
Across Asia, Muslims are observing Eid al-Adha, a significant holiday in the Islamic calendar that commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice. The celebration involves slaughtering animals and distributing the meat to the less fortunate. While the holiday was celebrated in various parts of Asia on Monday, Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries marked it on Sunday.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit North Korea for talks with leader Kim Jong Un, focused on expanding military cooperation. This visit marks Putin’s first trip to North Korea in 24 years and comes amidst growing tensions with the U.S.
The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower is countering false claims by Yemen’s Houthi rebels with its ongoing deployment in the Red Sea. Despite baseless rumors of being attacked or sunk, the aircraft carrier remains active in the region, leading the U.S. response to the rebels’ actions.
Severe weather is forecasted across the U.S., with extreme temperatures in the Southwest, snow in the Rockies, and thunderstorms in the northern Plains. Additionally, tropical moisture is expected to impact the central Gulf Coast in the coming days.
One year after the tragic loss of the Titan submersible, deep-sea explorers remain committed to uncovering the mysteries of the ocean. The implosion of the Titan last year resulted in the loss of several lives, but efforts to explore the deep sea continue with a sense of remembrance for those who were lost.
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