U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with reporters Thursday in Tel Aviv, reiterating the United States’ support for Israel and saying civilians should never be the target of military operations. Following Blinken’s remarks, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe provided additional context. Source
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Medics calling for more help in Israel
The death toll is continuing to rise in the Israel-Hamas war, and so too is the number of wounded. Thousands of injured civilians and soldiers are overwhelming medics on the front lines who say they are running out of supplies and equipment. Raphael Poch, a spokesperson for a free volunteer-based emergency medical services organization operating across Israel called United Hatzalah, joined CBS News to discuss the situation on the ground. Source
U.S., Qatar reach understanding on $6 billion in Iranian funds
White House national security spokesman John Kirby says that “the regime was never going to see a dime of that money.” Source
Sen. Bob Menendez hit with new charges of conspiring to act as foreign agent
A superseding indictment was returned by the Justice Department on Thursday. Source
What an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza would entail
Israel has mobilized 35 battalions along the Gaza border, setting the state for a possible ground invasion, as part of its retaliation for the deadly Hamas terror attacks. Seth G. Jones, the director of the International Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joined CBS News to discuss what a ground invasion could look like. Source
5 officers shot in east central Minnesota, suspect not in custody
Five officers have been shot in Benton County Thursday morning. The suspect is not yet in custody. Source
How can parents talk to kids about the Israel-Hamas war? Expert weighs in
Jamie Howard, a senior clinical psychologist, offers advice on how to talk to children about the Israel-Hamas war and images they’re seeing. Source
Still no plans for U.S. boots on ground in Israel, even for hostage rescues
Secretary of State Antony Blinken reassured Israel Thursday that it has full support from the United States during meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on steps the White House is taking to stand with Israel. Source
Darren Aronofsky: New film in Sphere offers never-before-seen experience
The film “Postcard from Earth,” which debuted last week, was shot on all seven continents. Source
What the latest economic indicators say about inflation
The Consumer Price Index rose 0.4% last month with energy and housing prices contributing to the increase. Greg Robb, a senior economic reporter for MarketWatch, joined CBS News to break down the numbers. Source