Drone strike kills Syrian businessman tied to Assad regime
A Israeli drone strike near the Syria Lebanon border killed Mohammed Baraa Katerji, a sanctioned Syrian businessman linked to president Assad, as tensions with Iran backed groups and Hezbollah surge. The incident follows broader regional strikes and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, with the US broadening maritime security efforts.
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Phase two begins in NY NRA civil trial over finances
New York Attorney General Letitia James seeks an independent monitor to oversee NRA finances and to bar Wayne LaPierre from returning to the group. The bench trial in Manhattan also addresses restrictions on corporate secretary John Frazer. The phase follows a February verdict finding misuse of funds and weak asset management.
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Zelensky seeks 25 Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine
President Zelenskyy pressed Western partners to supply 25 Patriot systems and more F-16 jets to defend Ukraine, saying his country needs stronger air defenses as it fights Russia. He warned a six month U S delay cost Kyiv the initiative and urged continued, expanded aid from NATO members. Meanwhile a New York jury weighed deliberations in Sen. Bob Menendez bribery case as prosecutors described hundreds of exhibits and gold bars and cash as alleged bribe proceeds.
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