CNN 5 Things Colorado fire attack, Poland’s political upset, US tennis success & more
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Jun 2, 2025 A violent assault with a makeshift flamethrower struck a Jewish community event in Boulder, categorized as terrorism amid rising anti-Semitism. Ukraine launched significant attacks on Russian airbases, intensifying the conflict. Meanwhile, violence in Gaza resulted in multiple casualties near an aid point. In Poland, a surprising political shift occurred as the right wing faced off against liberal parties in the presidential election. Plus, an American tennis player has made it to the French Open quarter-finals for the first time in over twenty years.
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Boulder Flamethrower Attack Details
- Mohamed Sabri Soleiman attacked a Jewish community event using a makeshift flamethrower and Molotov cocktails.
- He injured at least eight people and yelled "free Palestine" during the attack in Boulder, Colorado.
Ukraine’s Deep Airbase Strikes
- Ukraine launched Operation Spiderweb, striking Russian airbases far behind the front lines.
- The strikes destroyed dozens of Russian warplanes causing about $7 billion in damages.
Fatal Gaza Aid Distribution Shooting
- At least 31 Palestinians were shot dead near a Gaza aid distribution point while waiting for food.
- Victims were unarmed, but Israeli military denies firing at the site, acknowledging only distant shots hours earlier.