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Gaza war expansion, Russia sanctions deadline, PA shooting & more
CNN 5 Things
Aug 8, 2025

Israel’s security cabinet has approved a plan to take over more of Gaza. President Donald Trump’s deadline for Russia to end its war in Ukraine has passed, but there’s uncertainty over his next move. A new wildfire in California has forced thousands to fleer their homes. Trump is threatening to deploy National Guard troops in another city. And, two state troopers were “ambushed” following a shooting in Pennsylvania (edited)