First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist
Summary
The US ambassador to Israel condemned an attack by masked Israeli settlers on American journalist Heidi Levine, calling it a terror act. Levine, seriously injured, is recovering after the attack while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu gave a vague response. Separately, protests and unrest continue in France and other European countries over economic issues, and Ukraine’s president said the US did not warn them about a Russian attack.Key Facts
- Heidi Levine, an American photojournalist in Israel, was attacked and badly hurt by masked Israeli settlers using clubs.
- The US ambassador to Israel called the attack a "despicable act of terror" and demanded a full investigation and arrests.
- Levine said the attackers beat her for over 10 minutes and she needed surgery for broken ribs and hand injuries.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned violence generally but was unclear about this specific attack.
- Protests in France have led to fires, looting, and more than 2,400 arrests.
- French President Macron condemned violence and refused to accept the interior minister’s resignation amid unrest over economic issues.
- Protests are also happening in other European countries due to high living costs, poor schooling, and government dissatisfaction.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the US did not warn Ukraine about a recent Russian missile attack and criticized delays in defense missile supplies.
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