World News – Page 78 – Prologue Journal

Ukraine left in security limbo with Zelensky U.S. trip results unclear

Washington Post Since the U.S. visit, Ukraine is in an unsettling limbo — reliant on the United States as its main ally yet unsure how long that support will continue. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/05/zelensky-biden-visit-russia/

Four Americans are still held hostage by Hamas a year after Oct. 7 attack

Washington Post As the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel approaches, a deal to release the hostages appears remote. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/05/american-hostages-gaza-october-7-hamas-attacks/

Iran’s missile attack on Israel raises questions about limits of arsenal

Washington Post Iran’s missile attack on Israel this week stood out for its large scope and limited impact. Some analysts say it calls into question the value of Ian’s arsenal. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/05/iran-missiles-attack-israel-deterrence/

Live Updates: Israel’s Attacks Against Hezbollah Expand

New York Times A strike was reported in the Lebanese city of Tripoli, near the country’s northern edge. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/10/05/world/israel-iran-hezbollah-lebanon

Facing military setbacks, Tehran may look to the bomb, analysts fear

Washington Post Recent military setbacks are exactly the kind of development that could trigger a final dash to the bomb by Iran, officials and analysts say. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/05/iran-nuclear-capability-israel/

Live updates: More explosions rock southern suburbs of Beirut

Washington Post Israeli forces issued fresh evacuation warnings for buildings in the area south of Lebanon’s capital overnight. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/05/israel-iran-lebanon-hezbollah-war-news-gaza/

Expert warns UN’s role in AI regulation could lead to safety overreach

Fox News The United Nations (U.N.) advisory body on artificial intelligence (AI) last week issued seven recommendations to address AI-related risks, but an expert told Fox News Digital the points do not cover critical areas of concern. “They didn’t really say much about the unique role of AI in different parts of the world, and…

Hamas built an underground war machine to ensure its own survival

Washington Post Hamas turned a maze of tunnels in Gaza into weapons factories and well-stocked fortifications. A year after the war began, parts of the group remain deeply entrenched. https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/10/05/hamas-tunnels-weapons-gaza-war-october-7-attacks/

Lebanon war has displaced seeking safety in an unlikely place — Syria

Washington Post Syria was a transit route for Lebanese fleeing past wars. But it is a much different path to tread now as the country still reels from the fallout of a civil war. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/04/lebanon-syria-war-displaced/

Khamenei gives rare public sermon as Israel weighs counterstrike on Iran

Washington Post Iran’s foreign minister also traveled to Beirut as Israel struck the city’s suburbs and expanded the areas it ordered residents to flee. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/04/iran-lebanon-israel-khamenei/