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Israel Strikes Iran, Washington Post Won't Endorse a Candidate, World Series Start
2024/10/26
Up First
Daniel Hagari: 以色列有权并有义务对其自身进行自卫反击，以回应伊朗本月初的袭击。这符合世界各国维护自身主权的权利和责任。
Daniel Estrin: 以色列对伊朗的袭击目标是军事设施，包括防空系统、弹道导弹和无人机的生产和储存设施。美国虽然没有直接参与，但在幕后发挥了重要作用，鼓励以色列避免袭击核设施和石油设施。美国对以色列的回应表示满意，并希望以此结束以伊之间的直接军事冲突。然而，以色列暗示这可能是未来行动的开始，甚至可能为未来针对伊朗核设施的袭击做铺垫。
Deep Dive
Why did Israel strike military targets in Iran?
In retaliation for Iran's attacks earlier this month.
Why did The Washington Post decide not to endorse a presidential candidate?
To return to its roots of being independent of partisan interests.
What was the outcome of Game 1 of the World Series?
The LA Dodgers won with a 10th inning grand slam.
What were the main targets of Israel's strikes in Iran?
Iran's air defenses, ballistic missile storage, and drone production sites.
How did Iran respond to Israel's strikes?
Iran downplayed the strikes, reporting limited damage and resuming civilian flights.
Was the U.S. involved in Israel's attacks on Iran?
No, but the U.S. was involved behind the scenes, encouraging Israel to avoid nuclear and oil facilities.
What was the reaction inside The Washington Post to the decision not to endorse a candidate?
There was furor, with resignations and denouncements from opinion writers.
Who hit the game-winning grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series?
Freddie Freeman of the LA Dodgers.
What is Shohei Otani's significance in the World Series?
He is a superstar player for the LA Dodgers, drawing global attention.
How did the Dodgers honor Fernando Valenzuela before Game 1?
They played a video tribute and had former players wear his jersey number.
Israel retaliates against Iran's attacks, focusing on military targets. The U.S. supports Israel's response but aims for a ceasefire.
- Israel targets Iran's air defenses and missile production sites.
- The U.S. encourages Israel to avoid hitting nuclear and oil facilities.
- Israel's strikes are part of ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.
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