The President's Daily Brief

December 27th, 2024: Israel Unleashes On Houthis, Putin's Christmas Day Attack, & Kim Jong Un Doubles Down In Ukraine

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Dec 27, 2024
Israel intensifies its military focus on Houthi militants in Yemen, launching significant strikes amid a changing Middle Eastern landscape. Vladimir Putin's brutal Christmas Day assault on Ukraine escalates conflict, prompting President Biden to boost military support. In Syria, rebel factions respond to deadly attacks from Assad loyalists with crackdowns. Meanwhile, Kim Jong Un signals continued military backing for Russia, even as North Korean troops face heavy losses in Ukraine.
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Israel Strikes Houthis

  • Israel targets Houthi militants in Yemen, responding to escalating attacks.
  • Their largest strikes yet hit Sana'a airport, power stations, and ports.
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Biden's Response to Russia's Attack

  • Following Russia's Christmas Day attack on Ukraine's energy grid, Biden condemned the attacks.
  • He vowed to increase weapons deliveries before President-elect Trump takes office.
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Syria's Security Crackdown

  • Syria's new government launched a crackdown after an ambush killed 14 interior ministry troops.
  • The crackdown targets pro-Assad loyalists in Tartus, potentially escalating sectarian tensions.
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