World roundup: April 10 2023

Stories from Israel-Palestine, China, Russia, and elsewhere

INTERNATIONAL

In today’s global news:

• Worldometer is tracking COVID-19 cases and fatalities.

• The New York Times is tracking global vaccine distribution.

MIDDLE EAST

SYRIA

The US military’s “Mission Support Site Conoco” base in eastern Syria came under rocket attack on Monday. One projectile struck the base to no apparent effect. It’s likely an Iranian-aligned militia was responsible though Islamic State can’t be ruled out. I haven’t seen any indication of a US response though one may be forthcoming.