U.S. Weighs Proportional Response to Jordan Drone Strike Amid Calls for Action and Restraint
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U.S. retaliation for the drone attack in Jordan will likely come in several rounds of action over time rather than one large strike. Lawmakers are pushing for "deliberate and proportional" responses.
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The election is a factor, with Biden unwilling to appear weak. But it's unclear if U.S. strikes will deter Iran-backed groups as attacks continue.
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Non-military options like rethinking regional troop levels are possible but less likely to end attacks on U.S. forces. Striking Iranian assets directly shouldn't be ruled out.
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Israel's government attending an event urging displacement of Palestinians drew White House concern. But most UN refugee agency staff shouldn't be condemned for a few workers aiding Hamas.
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North Korea tested new submarine-launched cruise missiles, while an Israeli airstrike in Syria targeted Iran-backed groups. U.S. is urging Israel to avoid widening the war.