More Explosions In Lebanon, Israeli Covert Operations, Teamsters Won't Endorse

黎巴嫩发生更多爆炸,以色列秘密行动,卡车司机不会支持

Up First

2024-09-19

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People in Lebanon are unplugging electronics and turning off their phones after a second day of exploding devices. Israel, which has not publicly acknowledged any responsibility for the attacks, has a long history of covert operations, and one of the largest unions in the United States is staying on the sidelines of this year's presidential election. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Today's episode of Up First was edited by Vincent Ni, Andrew Sussman, Megan Pratz, HJ Mai and Ally Schweitzer. It was produced by Iman Maani, Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Mansee Khurana. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange and our technical director is Zac Coleman. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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  • People in Lebanon are unplugging electronics and turning off phones in fear.

  • After a second round of exploding devices.

  • Israel talks of a new phase in its war, turning toward Hezbollah.

  • So where is this conflict heading?

  • I'm Leila Faldin with Steve Inskeep.

  • And this is up first from NPR News.

  • Israel has a long history of covert operations, detonating remote operated weapons from Lebanon to Iran.

  • The technical proficiency is stunning, but what is the story strategic goal?

  • We ask Greg Myrie, who's followed the region for decades.

  • Also one of the largest unions in the United States, is staying on the sidelines of this year's presidential election.

  • The teamsters union will not endorse any candidate.

  • What drove the decision not to decide?

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