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Gage Jackson reports on escalating violence in Gaza, with Israeli airstrikes and Hamas rocket fire resulting in casualties. In the US, President Biden signs an executive order to combat cyberattacks following a major pipeline hack. The Colonial Pipeline resumes operations, but fuel shortages persist across the Southeast.

What event marked the most severe escalation of violence in Gaza since 2014?

• A ceasefire was declared.

• A new government was elected.

• Israeli airstrikes targeted towers and residential buildings.

• A peace treaty was signed.

What was the purpose of President Biden's executive order related to cybersecurity?

• To increase taxes on tech companies.

• To establish a Cyber Security Review Board.

• To ban all foreign software.

• To create a new social media platform.

What was the immediate cause for President Biden's executive order on cybersecurity?

• A cyberattack on a major gas pipeline.

• A natural disaster affecting the East Coast.

• A financial crisis in the tech industry.

• A diplomatic conflict with China.

What was the impact of the colonial pipeline shutdown on the southeast region?

• Gas stations ran dry as people panicked.

• Increased availability of fuel.

• An increase in public transportation usage.

• A decrease in fuel prices.

How long did the company estimate it would take to stabilize the fuel supply chain after the pipeline shutdown?

• A few hours.

• Several days.

• A month.

• A year.