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Unbiased headline news in 60-seconds: President Biden addressed the nation from the Oval Office on Thursday, focusing on the recent Hamas attacks against Israel and the ongoing war in Ukraine. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated, “Yesterday, President Biden spoke to the nation, outlining our response to the terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Mr. Biden returned to Washington after a brief trip to Israel on Wednesday, where he met with Israeli leaders to express support for this key U.S. ally.” Kyle Norris reporting. Al-Qaeda affiliates and Hezbollah have called on their supporters to target U.S. and Israeli interests in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and President Biden’s recent trip to the region. While officials report no specific or credible threat, a two-page “situational awareness alert” from the New York Counterterrorism Bureau highlights the increased threat environment. The assessment regarding the explosion at al-Ahli al-Mamdani Hospital in Gaza City suggests it could be exploited to incite violence. Benjamin Wright reporting. On Wednesday, a substantial crowd of demonstrators gathered on Capitol Hill and occupied a part of a House office building. They came together to voice their demands and urged lawmakers as well as the Biden administration to take decisive action in advocating for a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The demonstrators, representing a diverse range of concerned citizens, held placards, engaged in peaceful protests, and called for immediate efforts to bring about peace and stability in the troubled region. Lawrence Keller reporting. In a New York City courtroom on Wednesday, former President Donald Trump displayed frustration during his ongoing civil trial. Trump has already been found liable for fraud, but the trial continues with several other accusations, including falsification of business records and conspiracy. The state is seeking $250 million in damages and significant restrictions on Trump’s business operations. Trump and his co-defendants maintain their innocence in the case. Jessica Oakley reporting.

While visiting Israel, President Joe Biden expressed his belief that Palestinian militants may have been responsible for a fatal explosion at a Gaza hospital, thus aligning with Israel’s perspective on the incident. Mr. Biden, who arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, conveyed his deep sorrow and anger regarding the explosion. Israel’s military attributed the blast to an unsuccessful Palestinian rocket launch, but Palestinian authorities contended that it resulted from an Israeli airstrike on the hospital. — Ukraine employed U.S.-supplied long-range missiles to strike Russian airfields on Tuesday. The U.S. discreetly delivered versions of the Army Tactical Missile Systems in recent weeks, as confirmed by U.S. officials. During a White House meeting last month, President Joe Biden assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of the U.S.’s commitment to provide the ATACMS that Ukraine had sought for months. The reluctance of the Biden administration to send these missiles, which have a range extending up to 190 miles, was due to concerns about potential escalation with Russia. . A prominent GOP donor, who recently identified himself as a major supporter of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, is anticipated to host a fundraising event for Nikki Haley, as reported by informed sources. Keith Rabois, a venture capitalist based in Florida and a member of the “PayPal Mafia,” is expected to host this fundraiser for Haley in Miami later this month. Notably, the event’s original date on Monday night was postponed, according to the sources. Prosecutors have stated on Tuesday that they believe Alec Baldwin bears “criminal culpability” in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the “Rust” film set in New Mexico. Special prosecutors assigned to investigate the “Rust” shooting have disclosed their intention to present the case to a grand jury within the next two months. Their aim is to determine whether there is sufficient probable cause to bring criminal charges against Alec Baldwin.

BREAKING NEWS – In response to the Israeli airstrike on Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza, which the Palestinian Health Ministry has reported resulted in an estimated loss of hundreds of lives, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has declared three days of mourning. His office issued a statement in which he also instructed that flags be flown at half-mast to honor the victims of the “Israeli aggression on Al-Ahli hospital and all those affected by the occupation.” The hospital had been providing refuge to thousands of displaced individuals, as stated by the ministry. Israel Defense Forces spokesperson Daniel Hagari has indicated that the IDF is currently investigating the reported strike.

Latest news headlines for Tues Oct 17th. Belgian authorities launched an early Tuesday manhunt for a suspected terrorist gunman who brutally killed two Swedes in a shocking act before vanishing into the night. Eric Van Duyse, spokesperson for the federal prosecutor’s office, revealed that the investigation now revolves around the possibility of terrorist motives, following a claim of responsibility posted on social media. This claim suggests an affiliation with the Islamic State, as Van Duyse noted. Chris Anderson reporting. Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina lauded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for demonstrating what he described as “restraint” in response to the recent attack by Hamas on Israel over a week ago. The Republican presidential candidate commended Netanyahu for his patient and humane approach, emphasizing the Israeli leader’s deliberate actions and the declaration of war against Hamas, with a commitment to exact an “unprecedented price.” Jessica Oakley reporting. Late Monday, central Brussels witnessed a tragic shooting incident claiming the lives of two Swedes. Belgium’s Prime Minister Alexander De Croo suggested that the attack may have ties to terrorism, leading to the convening of an emergency meeting with top Cabinet ministers. In response, Belgian authorities raised the terror alert to its highest level in the capital, while the OCAD anti-terror center elevated the terror alert for the rest of the country to its second-highest level. Benjamin Wright reporting. The chairman of Ford is appealing to the United Auto Workers to put an end to its ongoing strike against the historic automaker. Bill Ford, in his first public statement since the strike began last month, expressed his personal connections to some UAW members while simultaneously criticizing the union for portraying the Michigan automaker as the adversary. Lawrence Keller reporting.

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While Americans lean toward ongoing support for Israel, their sentiments toward President Biden’s overall performance remain less favorable An additional 29% believing that the country should increase its involvement. However, a majority of the public also expresses disapproval of President Joe Biden’s management of the conflict, as well as several other issues, as indicated by a recent ABC News/Ipsos poll. Kyle Norris reporting. — An official has reported that 29 Americans have been confirmed deceased in Israel. Israeli authorities have reported a toll of at least 1,300 fatalities and 3,227 injuries within Israel after an unprecedented incursion by the militant group Hamas from air, land, and sea on October 7. In Gaza, there have been at least 2,228 casualties due to retaliatory strikes from Israel, with an additional 8,744 people sustaining injuries. Benjamin Wright reporting. — On Sunday, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan emphasized that the Biden administration’s primary focus is ensuring the safe evacuation of Palestinian-Americans from Gaza. Sullivan mentioned that U.S. officials are actively working to grant the general civilian population in Gaza access to secure zones and essential necessities, including food, water, shelter, and medical aid. David Lang reporting. — House Republicans are scheduled to conduct a floor vote in their pursuit of selecting a new speaker on Tuesday. House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, who secured the second position in the closed-door vote following Scalise, has won an internal vote to be nominated as the speaker. However, 55 House Republicans indicated in that confidential vote that they would abstain from voting for Jordan in a full floor vote. Kevin Sanders reporting.