UN pauses polio vaccination drive in northern Gaza amid escalating violence – October 23, 2024

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Palestinian children displaced by Israeli air and ground offensive on the Gaza Strip walk through a temporary tent camp near Kerem Shalom crossing in Rafah, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Hatem Ali)

  • UN paused polio vaccination drive in northern Gaza amid escalating violence.
  • Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin said evidence shows North Korea sent 3,000 troops to Russia, and warned of serious issue if they join Ukraine war on Moscow’s side.
  • Boeing reported over $6 billion Q3 loss amid uncertainty over striking workers’ contract.
  • Harris criticized Trump after John Kelly said he wanted generals like Hitler’s.
  • Man pleaded guilty to making interstate threats against top election officials, judges, and federal agents in Colorado and Arizona.

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