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Oct 2023
30m 29s

The Diplomatic Scramble to Contain the I...

The New York Times
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A devastating blast at a hospital in Gaza on Tuesday killed hundreds and ignited protests across the broader Middle East, deepening the crisis in the region.

As President Biden visits Israel looking to ease tensions and avoid a broader conflict, Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspondent for The Times, discusses the narrow path the American leader must navigate.

Guest: Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times.

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