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What you need to know about COVID this summer, and how one dad’s quest to be a better father became a TV show

Jun 10, 2024
Yasmeen Khan discusses the impact of COVID vaccine program end. Israeli military rescue mission. One dad's journey to better fatherhood turned TV show. COVID variants and vaccination challenges highlighted.
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Quick takeaways

  • Israeli troops conducted a risky hostage rescue in Gaza, causing civilian casualties and political repercussions.
  • COVID cases may spike in summer due to travel and indoor gatherings, highlighting concerns about lack of preparedness.

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Israeli Rescue Mission in Gaza and Political Ramifications

Israeli troops conducted a high-risk rescue operation in Gaza to free hostages held by Hamas, resulting in a significant civilian death toll. This led to celebrations in Israel but drew criticism for the high number of casualties, including women and children. The operation also prompted Benny Gantz's departure from the government's war cabinet, impacting potential ceasefire negotiations with Hamas. The complexity of conducting operations in densely populated areas amid conflict highlighted challenges in minimizing civilian harm.

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