Israel in Syria, Biden’s Austin problem and the price hit from Red Sea attacks

Israel is unleashing deadlier, more frequent, air raids against Iran-linked targets in Syria. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s failure to disclose his hospitalizations is creating a political headache for Joe Biden. Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea is likely to push up prices for consumers. Plus, with less than a week to go before the first primary of the 2024 presidential race, the top three Republican contenders are intensifying attacks on one another. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices