Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed the Israel Defense Forces to launch immediate and “powerful” strikes in Gaza. The order followed an attack on IDF troops in southern Gaza and what Israel called repeated cease-fire violations by Hamas. Netanyahu acted after learning that remains Hamas returned Monday were not those of the person it claimed. (Story URL)

Amazon plans to eliminate about 14,000 corporate positions, roughly 4% of its 350,000-person workforce, as part of a broad restructuring effort. The company said the move aims to “reduce bureaucracy, remove layers, and shift resources.” Most will have 90 days to seek new internal roles, while others will receive severance, health benefits, and outplacement services. (Story URL)

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