Tensions rise after a drone strike in the Middle East. Updates on a trucker convoy protesting border policy. The sentencing of Charles Littlejohn, who leaked Trump's tax returns. Farmer protests in France and Olympic disqualification. An incident involving food sustainability activists and the Mona Lisa painting.
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The Biden administration is considering retaliation options for the drone attack in the Middle East, highlighting the involvement of Iran-backed militias supported by the Iranian government.
Israel has accused UN employees, including those from UNRA, of participating in an assault on the country, leading to frozen funding and increased scrutiny of UNRA's employment practices.
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Retaliation Options Considered After Drone Attack in the Middle East
The Biden administration is considering its options for retaliation following a drone attack in the Middle East that killed three US servicemen and injured numerous others. Iran-backed militias have been carrying out frequent attacks on US bases, with the recent attack being the most consequential. While Iran denies involvement, a National Security Council spokesman highlights that these militias are supported by the Iranian government.
Accusations of UN Employees Involvement in Attacks against Israel
Israel has accused a dozen UN employees, including those from the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees, of participating in an assault on the country. Some of the accused allegedly stormed into Israel's territory and were involved in abductions. Funding for the UN body has been frozen by several countries following these allegations. Tensions between Israel and UNRA have been ongoing, and this incident adds to the scrutiny of UNRA's employment practices.