Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Today’s Headlines: Donald Trump's recent meeting with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stirred controversy, with Orban revealing Trump's remarks about potentially withholding aid to Ukraine if re-elected. Meanwhile, France grapples with cyberattacks from a group suspected to have ties to Russia, highlighting ongoing tensions in Europe's cybersecurity landscape. Additionally, a surge in fake websites connected to Russian intelligence has emerged, disseminating propaganda under the guise of legitimate news sources. In the United States, intelligence warnings point to Chinese government influence on TikTok, leading to House Republicans scheduling a vote on a bill aimed at compelling ByteDance to sell the platform. Amidst ongoing unrest, ceasefire negotiations in Gaza falter as President Biden considers conditioning aid to Israel, adding strain to their relationship. In India, Prime Minister Modi's announcement to implement a citizenship law excluding Muslims ahead of his re-election bid sparks concerns over religious discrimination. On a different note, Airbnb responds to privacy concerns by announcing a ban on indoor cameras in rentals, aiming to safeguard guest privacy.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

The Guardian: Trump ‘will not give a penny to Ukraine’ if he wins, Hungary’s Viktor Orbán says

AP News: The French government says it's being targeted by unusual intense cyberattacks

NY Times: Spate of Mock News Sites With Russian Ties Pop Up in U.S.

Axios: Top intel agency says China used TikTok to influence U.S. elections

AP News: House Republicans move ahead with TikTok vote even as Trump voices opposition to possible ban

Politico: If Israel invades Rafah, Biden will consider conditioning military aid to Israel

NPR: India announces steps to implement a citizenship law that excludes Muslims 

NPR: Airbnb bans all indoor security cameras

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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