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    American papers urge forceful response to death of three US troops in Jordan

    enJanuary 29, 2024

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    IN THE PRESS – Monday, January 29: We look at reactions in the American press to the death of three US soldiers in Jordan, the first such casualties since the wave of attacks on US forces in the Middle East after last October's Hamas attacks on Israel. Also: French papers examine protesting farmers' plans to bring their demonstrations to the capital. We finish with a look at the cognitive benefits of learning a musical instrument.

    Read moreThree US troops are killed after drone strike in Jordan, Biden vows reprisal

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