Global News Podcast Trump leaves Middle East while strikes on Gaza intensify
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May 16, 2025 Airstrikes in Gaza sharply escalate, resulting in tragic casualties and urgent calls for a ceasefire. Meanwhile, President Trump's Middle Eastern visit yields business agreements but fails to secure hostage releases. The ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia face significant challenges amid civilian suffering. The complex intersection of energy investments and cybersecurity emerges as pressing issues, and stories of heroism and legal battles highlight the human side of global crises. Plus, a look behind the scenes at the colorful Eurovision preparations.
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Intense Gaza Strikes Escalate
- Israeli military airstrikes in northern Gaza have killed nearly 100 people in a 12-hour period.
- These intensifying attacks precede a planned ground offensive amid a total blockade of Gaza's humanitarian supplies.
Trump-Netanyahu Rift Emerges
- Reports indicate growing rift between US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu over Gaza war approaches.
- Trump administration shows frustration but does not plan to force Israel to end the offensive.
Harrowing Medical Conditions in Gaza
- Dr Victoria Rose described her hospital in Khan Yunus as overwhelmed with thousands needing care.
- The local medical teams are talented but exhausted, making the situation dire as the last accessible hospital in the south.