FT News Briefing Israel escalates attacks on Hamas
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Sep 10, 2025 Israel is ramping up its military operations against Hamas, raising significant concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The U.S. labor market revealed a downward revision of nearly a million jobs, impacting economic forecasts. Meanwhile, a major merger is creating a $50 billion mining conglomerate. South Korean firms are navigating challenges by cutting corners with work visas in the U.S., bringing to light the complexities of global labor dynamics. These topics highlight the intersection of conflict, economics, and corporate strategy.
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Big Downward Revision To US Jobs Data
- The US labor-market revision cut almost half the jobs added from April 2024 to March 2025, the largest revision on record.
- The revision bolsters Donald Trump's claims that his policies did not cause recent weakness in hiring.
Israel Struck Hamas Leadership In Qatar
- Israel acknowledged targeting Hamas political leaders based in Qatar, where their political office has been since 2012.
- Striking Hamas in Qatar is extraordinary because Qatar is a Western ally and was actively mediating before the attack.
Regional Alarm Over Israeli Escalation
- Regional states broadly condemned the strike and worry Israel is acting with increasing impunity across the Middle East.
- Israel's actions have included strikes in Syria and regular operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon despite ceasefire concerns.