Morning News NOW Full Broadcast – Aug. 13
Morning News Now: Bracing for Retaliation as Tensions Escalate in the Middle East
As the world anxiously waits for a potential attack on Israel by Iran, the United States has deployed a guided missile submarine and a carrier strike group to the region. The move is aimed at deterring any potential threat to Israel, which has already suffered several attacks in recent days.
Death Toll Rises in Gaza
At least 10 people were killed in a strike by Israeli forces on a home in the southern part of Gaza. The attack comes as tensions remain high in the region, with fears of a wider war growing.
US Secretary of State Heads to the Middle East
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is set to arrive in the region, aiming to push for peace talks and prevent all-out war. The visit comes as the United States and Russia are both increasing their military presence in the region.
Iran’s Possible Retaliation
Iran has threatened to retaliate against Israel in response to the killing of two top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. The situation remains highly volatile, with many expecting a strike by Iran could happen in the coming days.
Colonel Jack Jacobs, NBC News military analyst and Medal of Honor recipient, joined the show to provide analysis on the situation. He emphasized the need for diplomacy and restraint to prevent a wider conflict.
Financial News
In other news, Starbucks has announced a new CEO, Brian Nickle, who previously led Chipotle. The company is struggling to regain its footing after weak sales in the US and China.
Vitamin C
The cruise industry is booming, with nearly 35 million passengers expected to set sail this year. Cruise ships are getting bigger, with the world’s largest, Royal Caribbean’s new Icon of the Seas, able to carry some 7,000 passengers.
Environment Impact
A new study highlights the growing concern around the environmental impacts of cruising, with the industry’s biggest ships predicted to be nearly eight times larger than the Titanic by 2050.
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