U S strikes on militias in Iraq and Syria in retaliation
The United States launched air strikes on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian backed militias and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in retaliation for the drone attack that killed three American troops in Jordan. President Biden vowed a continuing tiered response as the strikes began.
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Biden attends dignified transfer for three fallen airmen
President Biden and the first lady join grieving families at Dover Air Force Base to honor three U.S. service members killed in a Jordan drone attack. The ceremony included a somber transfer of flag draped caskets and a brief prayer by an Air Force chaplain.
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Hamas studies cease-fire proposal amid prisoner swap talks
Hamas officials in Beirut say they are studying a proposed cease-fire with pauses in Gaza and exchanges of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners but demand a permanent halt to fighting. They name Marwan Barghouti among prisoners sought for release and push for end to the Israeli offensive as mediators seek a multi party deal.
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Senators reach deal on border policy bill
Senate negotiators announced a deal on an asylum overhaul at the U S border with Mexico as part of a broader national security package. The agreement, led by Sen Chris Murphy, aims to secure votes from both parties for funding including Ukraine Israel and migrant management, with text to be released soon and a key test vote next week likely facing Republican resistance. Kyrsten Sinema credited as central to the talks while Donald Trump opposes the legislation.
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Hiring surge and political turmoil mark start of 2024
January job gains reach 353000 with unemployment at 3.7 percent and wages up 0.6 percent. Separate reports cover Fulton County DA Willis's disclosure of a personal relationship with a special prosecutor and a Washington judge delaying Donald Trump's March trial, while Ukraine's Zaluzhnyi disputes military leadership with Zelenskyy amid funding concerns.
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