Netanyahu Faces Opposition, Russia Strikes Ukraine, Top New York Aide Spying

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A major government reshuffle is underway in Ukraine as intensifying Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities kills dozens and injures hundreds. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting pressure from protesters and political rivals accusing him of prioritizing his political survival over Israel's security. And, a longtime New York political aide is accused of secretly working for the Chinese government, sparking concerns over foreign influence in U.S. policymaking.

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0:00.0	missiles fell on the military academy in Ukraine.
0:06.0	Russia intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities, including strikes on residential areas,
0:11.0	as the government reshapes itself for a lengthening war.
0:14.8	I'm Michelle Martin, that's Stephen Skeep, and this is up first from NPR News.
0:18.6	Israel's Prime Minister is facing increasingly pointed criticism over Gaza both outside
0:26.3	Israel and in as protests there continue for a third day.
0:30.5	Rivals accused Benjamin Netanyahu of prioritizing his political survival over Israel's security.
0:35.3	Is he losing his grip on power?
0:37.0	Also a long time aid to New York State's governor is accused of secretly working for China.
0:43.0	I'm furious and I'm outraged and actually shocked at how brazen her behavior was.
0:48.0	It was a betrayal of trust.
0:50.0	How deep does China's influence go?
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