Latest News Headlines in 60-seconds – Israeli special forces are operating within Gaza in search of hostages
Israeli troops conducted targeted operations in Gaza to eliminate the terrorist threat and search for hostages, as confirmed by the Israel Defense Forces on Friday. Meanwhile, Gazans are preparing for the possibility of a significant ground operation. During his visit to Tel Aviv, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin assured Israel of full support, emphasizing, “This is not a moment for neutrality, equivocation, or excuses for the unacceptable.”

The United Nations reports that Israel has instructed them to carry out an evacuation of northern Gaza within a 24-hour timeframe
According to the United Nations, the Israeli military’s directive to move the entire 1.1 million population of northern Gaza to the south of the besieged area is deemed “unfeasible” without significant humanitarian repercussions.

Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza as living conditions worsen
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has significantly worsened, with dire warnings of potential starvation and an imminent fuel shortage. Israel is persisting with airstrikes and withholding crucial provisions in response to the brutal terror attacks by Hamas, which have claimed the lives of over 1,200 individuals.

The UAW has announced the extension of its strike to encompass a Ford truck manufacturing facility located in Kentucky
On Wednesday, the United Auto Workers union took a substantial step forward in their strike actions against the Detroit Three automakers. They initiated a strike at a significant Ford truck manufacturing plant in Louisville, Kentucky, catching many by surprise. Approximately 8,700 union members ceased their work at the plant around 6:30 p.m., impacting the production of profitable heavy-duty F-Series pickup trucks and large SUVs.

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