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Adam L Ritchie reports on major global events. President Trump canceled the Republican National Convention in Jacksonville due to COVID-19 concerns, following a move from North Carolina. Meanwhile, US-China relations are strained as both countries order consulate closures, with China demanding a reversal of the US's decision. In Israel, protests against Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the pandemic and his legal issues have led to arrests. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming stories.

Why did President Trump decide to cancel the Republican National Convention in Jacksonville?

• Lack of funding

• Security threats

• Concerns over coronavirus and media criticism

• Due to a hurricane warning

What was the reason behind China's order to close the US consulate in Chengdu?

• To save costs

• In response to the US closing China's consulate in Houston

• To reduce diplomatic staff

• Due to espionage activities

What is the strategic importance of the US consulate in Chengdu?

• It is a cultural exchange center

• It monitors Tibet and other non-ethnic Chinese groups

• It handles trade negotiations

• It is the largest US consulate in China

What triggered the protests against Prime Minister Netanyahu in Israel?

• A peace treaty with Palestine

• A new tax policy

• His handling of the pandemic

• An economic recession

How did the Israeli police respond to the protests near Netanyahu's residence?

• By ignoring the protests

• By using water cannons to disperse them

• By negotiating with the protesters

• By arresting all the demonstrators