The Headlines Milton’s Path of Destruction, and a First Biden-Netanyahu Call in Months
9 snips
Oct 10, 2024 Frances Robles, a New York Times correspondent reporting from Port-au-Prince, shares her frontline experiences in the battle against gang violence in Haiti, where Kenyan police are struggling to restore order. She discusses the local community's complex views on foreign intervention amidst severe humanitarian crises. The conversation also touches on Hurricane Milton's devastation in Florida and a recent high-stakes call between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, amidst rising tensions in the Middle East.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Hurricane Milton's Impact
- Hurricane Milton hit Florida as a Category 3, causing significant damage.
- The storm ripped the roof off the Tampa Bay Rays stadium, caused widespread power outages, and spawned tornadoes.
IV Fluid Shortage
- Hurricane Milton might worsen the critical IV fluid shortage affecting US hospitals.
- Two major IV fluid plants, impacted by previous hurricanes, produce 85% of the nation's supply.
Biden-Netanyahu Call
- President Biden and PM Netanyahu spoke for the first time in two months amidst the Mideast crisis.
- The US urged Israel to refrain from attacking Iran's nuclear sites to avoid escalation.