The fiery exchange drew the attention of security guards, staffers and reporters, many of whom stood nearby, phones drawn, watching intently.
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Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
Within seconds of the helicopter entering the air, California Highway Patrol received a mayday call from the aircraft, Officer Michael Harper, a spokesperson for the CHP’s South Sacramento office, told reporters.
Hours after the deal’s announcement, videos posted on social media by correspondents and Unicef spokesperson James Elder in Gaza showed a relatively quiet night sky, a rare occurrence in an enclave that has faced incessant bombardments for just over two years.
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Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
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