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Israel-Iran trade strikes, NYC candidate arrested, ‘infinite workdays’ & more
CNN 5 Things
Jun 17, 2025

We start with US intelligence assessments over Israel’s dire warnings about Iran’s nuclear program. Israeli fire has killed dozens of Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza. We’ll explain why federal immigration officers arrested an NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate. A tip led to the arrest of an American suspected of murder in Rome. Plus, new research underscores how the 9 to 5 workdays have gotten out of control.