CNN 5 Things 9 AM ET: Syria’s next steps, NYC manhunt continues, end of the Eras & more
Dec 9, 2024
Syria is in turmoil following President Bashar al-Assad's departure, with celebrations amid uncertainty over governance. The manhunt continues for the shooter who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO, as police gather crucial evidence. Meanwhile, President-elect Trump's cabinet picks stir controversy, especially regarding connections to Syria. Southern California braces for dangerous winds, and Taylor Swift's monumental world tour wraps up, leaving fans buzzing about its cultural impact.
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Syria's Uncertain Future
- Syria faces uncertainty after President Assad's resignation and flight to Russia.
- Rebel groups with varying ideologies united to oust Assad, raising questions about future governance.
Israel's Intervention in Syria
- Israel has taken unprecedented military action in Syria amidst the power vacuum.
- Israeli troops entered a buffer zone and captured Syrian territory.
NYC Manhunt
- The search for the shooter of UnitedHealthcare's CEO continues, with key evidence still missing.
- Clues gathered include a backpack, the suspect's jacket, facial images, and DNA.
