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On Today’s Episode:

• Fighting Reaches ‘Heart’ of Southern Gaza’s Main City, by Liam Stack

• Ukraine Aid Falters in Senate as Republicans Insist on Border Restrictions, by Karoun Demirjian and Marc Santora

• Tuberville Drops Blockade of Most Military Promotions, by Catie Edmondson

• Actors Ratify Deal With Hollywood Studios, With Reservations, by Brooks Barnes