Up First from NPR Israel Strikes Gaza, Trump And The Courts, Takeover At US Institute Of Peace
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Mar 18, 2025 The podcast covers escalating violence in Gaza, where Israeli airstrikes have resulted in significant casualties and threaten ongoing ceasefire efforts. It discusses a federal judge challenging the Justice Department over controversial deportations of Venezuelans tied to the Trump administration's policies. The show also highlights a forceful takeover at the U.S. Institute of Peace, raising questions about government influence on its mission. Additionally, there's focus on the challenges of negotiating peace in Ukraine amid complex international relations.
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Gaza Airstrikes
- A Palestinian woman screamed for her children in a Gaza City hospital after Israeli airstrikes.
- Hundreds of Palestinians are dead and hundreds more injured, marking the most intense violence since January's ceasefire.
Reason for Airstrikes
- Israel launched the attack after Hamas refused to release more hostages and extend the first phase of the ceasefire.
- Hamas wants to proceed to the second phase, involving Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza.
Ceasefire Status
- It is unclear if the airstrikes signal a complete return to war or just a pressure tactic by Israel.
- The strikes are a setback, with aid to Gaza already blocked by Israel.