News Wrap: Israeli Military Revises Account of Gaza Medics' Deaths, Measles Outbreak, and Sports Records

Israeli Military Revises Account of Gaza Medics' Deaths

• ⚠️ The Israeli military has altered its explanation for the shooting deaths of 15 emergency workers in Gaza.
• 🎥 This change follows the release of cell phone video by the Red Crescent that appears to contradict Israel's initial claim that troops fired on vehicles approaching suspiciously.
• 🚨 The video reportedly shows troops opening fire as Palestinian medics approached another ambulance.
• 🌍 The UN discovered the workers' bodies a week later, buried in a shallow grave.
• 🤝 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with President Trump to discuss issues including the war in Gaza.

Measles Outbreak and Public Health Concerns

• 📈 A second unvaccinated child in Texas has died from complications related to measles.
• 📊 Current CDC data indicates 607 total measles cases across 22 states.
• 🚫 Approximately 97% of these cases involve individuals who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.

Severe Weather Impacts Southern and Midwestern States

• ⛈️ Severe storms and catastrophic flooding continue to affect the South and Midwest.
• 💀 At least 16 deaths have been attributed to the severe weather since it began last week.
• 🚗 Over 500 roads are closed in Kentucky alone, with cleanup efforts expected to take weeks.

Pope Francis Makes Public Appearance

• 🙏 Pope Francis made a surprise visit to St. Peter's Square, delighting attendees.
• 🏥 This marks his first public appearance since being released from the hospital two weeks prior.
• 🗣️ The 88-year-old pontiff, who is receiving supplemental oxygen, briefly addressed the crowd and asked for prayers for healthcare workers.

Alex Ovechkin Breaks NHL Goal Record

• 🏒 Alex Ovechkin has surpassed Wayne Gretzky's record for regular season NHL goals, scoring his 895th goal.
• 🏆 The Washington Capitals player broke the record, which had stood for 31 years.