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Israel and Hezbollah Trade Airstrikes, and U.S. Border Crossings Drop

Aug 26, 2024

Isabel Kershner, a journalist specializing in Israel and Hezbollah, discusses the escalating tensions and ceasefire negotiations, highlighting the need for Hamas's political leadership. Mark Mazzetti, an expert in intelligence and national security, delves into the challenges of capturing a crucial leader in the Gaza conflict. They also analyze changing U.S.-Mexico border migration patterns linked to new asylum restrictions and spotlight the controversy surrounding Telegram's founder's arrest, alongside an ambitious private space mission.

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Mark Mazzetti

Isabel Kershner

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Quick takeaways

The recent conflict between Israel and Hezbollah underscores the persistent regional tensions, highlighted by negotiations for a potential ceasefire amidst ongoing violence.

Changes in U.S. asylum policies have resulted in a notable drop in border crossings, impacting vulnerable migrants' ability to seek refuge effectively.

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Recent Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah

The recent exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah highlights the ongoing tensions in the region. Following the assassination of a top Hezbollah commander, both sides engaged in a significant barrage, with Lebanon reporting three deaths and Israel one. Although this incident did not escalate to a level of major conflict, it indicates the heightened tensions surrounding the ongoing war in Gaza. The strikes occurred against a backdrop of complex political dynamics, with negotiators in Cairo striving to reach a ceasefire agreement that could stabilize the situation.

Intro

2min

The Hunt for a Shadowy Leader and Changing Migration Patterns

2min

Changes in Immigration Policy, Telegram's Controversy, and a New Space Mission

5min

Plus, an ambitious, risky private space mission.

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On Today’s Episode:

After Attacks, Israel and Hezbollah Swiftly Move to Talk of Containment, by Isabel Kershner

Israel’s Hunt for the Elusive Leader of Hamas, by Mark Mazzetti, Ronen Bergman, Julian E. Barnes and Adam Goldman

Biden’s Asylum Restrictions Are Working as Predicted, and as Warned, by Hamed Aleaziz

Telegram Becomes Free Speech Flashpoint After Founder’s Arrest, by Adam Satariano, Paul Mozur and Aurelien Breeden

For His Second Trip to Space, Billionaire Has Grander, Riskier Aspirations, by Kenneth Chang