US President Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American Kush Desai as deputy press secretary, enhancing his communications team ahead of the 2024 election. Desai, a seasoned political communicator, will play a crucial role in messaging and strategy under the guidance of Taylor Budowich.
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After more than a year hiding in tunnels and dodging air strikes, uniformed Hamas fighters returned to the ruined streets of Gaza hours into a ceasefire, defying Israel's vow to crush them. - 'Game of whack-a-mole' - The ceasefire is in its infancy and many questions remain about the future of the Gaza Strip and Hamas.
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Israeli authorities are upset about the Signal chat leak involving sensitive intelligence shared with the US regarding Houthi militants in Yemen. Although the publication didn't impact the airstrike's success, it revealed a human source, raising concerns over relations between the US and Israel.
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