U.S. Involvement in Post-War Gaza Stabilization

The Biden administration is considering appointing a U.S. official to serve as the top civilian adviser to a mostly Palestinian force in Gaza after the Israel-Hamas conflict. This adviser would work closely with the commanding officer of the force to help stabilize post-war Gaza.

Saving the Leaning Tower of Bologna

A plan has been devised to save the leaning Torre Garisenda in Bologna using equipment similar to what was used to stabilize the Tower of Pisa. The structure, built in the 12th century, leans at a four-degree angle and is at a high risk of collapsing. The mayor announced a safeguarding operation estimated at 19 million euros to secure the tower.