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United States Reacts to Israeli Troop Withdrawal
The United States has responded to the sudden withdrawal of Israeli military troops from the southern Gaza Strip. White House national security spokesperson John Kirby referred to the move as a “rest and refit plan.” Kirby also mentioned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured US President Joe Biden about forthcoming changes in Israel’s military operations.
Russia Blames Ukraine for Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station Incident
Russia has accused Ukraine of launching drones at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station, leading to safety concerns. Russian officials stated that there was no significant damage to the reactor and radiation levels remained stable.
Brazilian Judge Investigates Elon Musk for Obstruction of Justice
A judge in Brazil has initiated an inquiry into Elon Musk regarding allegations of obstruction of justice. The investigation involves Musk’s social media company X, formerly known as Twitter. This development follows Musk’s challenge to a decision by Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, instructing X to block specific accounts.
US Airline Regulators Probe Boeing Jet Mishap
The airline regulators in the United States have launched an investigation into a recent incident involving a Boeing jet. During take-off, an engine cowling from one of the jets detached and struck a wing flap. Following the incident, a Southwest Airlines’ Boeing 737-800 flight safely returned to Denver International Airport.