U.S. Soldiers Killed | News on The 700 Club - January 29, 2024

Summary

The script covers escalating tensions between the US and Iran after an attack by Iranian-backed militias killed 3 US service members in Jordan. It discusses the US response, Israel's perspective, proof of UNRWA employees participating in terror attacks, Iran's proxy war affecting global trade, and the importance of praying for wisdom for President Biden amid many global crises requiring strong US leadership.

Takeaways

• 😢 3 US service members killed & 30+ injured in attack by Iranian-backed militia on US base in Jordan
• 😠 President Biden pledges US will respond to the attack, raising risk of direct US-Iran conflict
• 😤 Iran's proxy attacks on US bases in Syria & Iraq have increased dramatically recently
• 😕 Escalation raises risk of broader regional conflict, all eyes on how US will respond
• 😡 Some in Congress urge Biden to impose crippling costs on Iran including military strikes
• 😟 Israel presented evidence UNRWA employees participated in Oct 7 attacks killing 12,200 Israelis
• 😠 US suspended funding to UNRWA pending investigation into terror links
• 😠 UNRWA has long history of terror ties, critics say it perpetuates conflict not solves it
• 😨 Attacks by Iran-backed Houthis in Red Sea disrupt global trade, force costlier ship routes
• 😰 Experts say crisis shows potential for broader conflict as Iran targets US & allies' ships

Q & A

What was the recent attack against a US base in Jordan by Iranian-backed militias?

Iranian-backed militias launched an attack against a US base near the borders of Syria and Iraq in Jordan, killing 3 US service members and injuring over 30 others.

How has Iran been attacking US forces in the region?

Iran has been attacking US bases in Syria and Iraq through Iranian-backed militias over 170 times since October 2021.

How might the US respond to the attack in Jordan?

The US may respond with military strikes inside Iran. However, this risks escalating tensions and conflict in the region.

What evidence did Israel present about UNRWA employees?

Israel presented evidence that UNRWA employees participated in the October 2022 attacks that killed over 12,200 Israelis.

What is the original mandate of UNRWA and how has it changed?

UNRWA was created in 1949 with a mandate to operate for 18 months. It has now lasted over 75 years and the number of Palestinian refugees has grown from 200,000 to 6 million.

How are Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea affecting global trade?

By attacking ships linked to the US and allies, Houthi attacks are forcing ships to take longer alternate routes. This increases costs and delivery times.

How is China taking advantage of the situation with Houthi attacks?

Chinese ships are avoiding attacks by signaling they don't have Western cargo. Some Chinese firms are opportunistically sending ships to profit from higher demand.

What are the costs involved in the US Navy patrolling the Red Sea region?

Deploying aircraft carriers and ships is costly for US taxpayers. Missiles cost millions while Houthi drones cost thousands.

What does Israel want regarding a US response to the Jordan attack?

Israel wants the US to have a strong response to the attack in order to deter further aggression from Iran and its proxies.

How could escalation of conflict in the region affect the global economy?

Wider conflict could disrupt vital trade routes like the Red Sea and Suez Canal, causing costs and delivery times to rise across industries.