Syrian mass graves, Mayotte, Trump’s defamation claims and Tulsi Gabbard
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Why are mass graves in Syria exposing a 'machinery of death'?
Evidence from mass grave sites in Syria reveals a state-run system of organized killings during the Civil War, with refrigeration trucks transporting hundreds of bodies to be buried in deep trenches. An international war crimes prosecutor estimates at least 100,000 bodies may be buried at two sites alone.
What are the concerns in Mayotte after the cyclone?
Authorities in Mayotte fear widespread hunger and disease following the cyclone, which has devastated the island, destroying homes and leaving many without roofs. Thousands are feared dead, and President Emmanuel Macron is visiting the area amid criticism of government neglect.
Why is Donald Trump suing the Des Moines Register?
Trump is suing the Des Moines Register and its top pollster over a poll showing Kamala Harris leading him by 13 points in Iowa, alleging election interference. Legal experts consider the lawsuit unusual and unlikely to succeed, as proving intentional manipulation of poll results would be difficult.
What challenges is Tulsi Gabbard facing in her nomination for Director of National Intelligence?
Tulsi Gabbard's nomination is facing reluctance from up to eight Republican senators, who are concerned about her lack of experience in intelligence and her record on Syria. Reports suggest she has underwhelmed in interviews and is perceived as too close to Russia, though she denies this.
How has Trump's legal strategy against news outlets impacted the media environment?
Trump's legal threats against news outlets, including suing pollsters and media companies, are creating a hostile environment for the press. Some media companies, like ABC, have settled lawsuits, possibly out of fear of retribution, contributing to an increasingly tense relationship between the press and the administration.
- Mass graves in Syria expose a state-run 'machinery of death'.
- At least 100,000 bodies possibly buried in two sites alone.
- International war crimes prosecutor Stephen Rapp is investigating.
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