In Georgia, Adriana Smith, a brain-dead pregnant Black woman, was kept on life support due to state abortion restrictions. After giving birth prematurely to a son, Chance, via emergency C-section, she was removed from life support. The case highlights the impact of strict abortion laws following the overturning of Roe v Wade, particularly affecting Black women facing medical neglect.
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Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in the tragic loss of 38 Palestinian lives, according to hospital officials. The attacks, which targeted areas including Gaza City and Muwasi, come amidst renewed indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Qatar. These talks aim for a ceasefire and hostage release, with the US proposing a 60-day truce.
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