Two U.S. Navy pilots were shot down over the Red Sea in a “friendly fire” incident, highlighting the danger in the area due to ongoing attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on shipping. The pilots were recovered alive, with one sustaining minor injuries, after being mistakenly fired upon by the USS Gettysburg. The Houthis have targeted merchant vessels in the Red Sea, aiming to end Israel’s campaign against Hamas in Gaza, leading to casualties and disrupted shipping.
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Germany’s Merz announces Gaza aid airlift, mulls upping ante on Israel
Germany will initiate an airlift to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza as Chancellor Friedrich Merz considers increasing pressure on Israel amid the grave humanitarian crisis, with death tolls nearing 60,000. While maintaining strong ties with Israel, Germany is exploring diplomatic options and preparing for a Gaza reconstruction conference, facing internal and external criticism for its stance on the conflict. Want More Context? 🔎
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