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The video covers three main news stories: the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in a US raid, the rapid spread of wildfires in California due to strong winds, and the World Health Organization's announcement of the near eradication of two wild poliovirus strains. President Trump confirmed al-Baghdadi's death, emphasizing no American casualties. In California, nearly a million people faced power outages as wildfires spread. The WHO and UNICEF highlighted the significant reduction in polio cases, urging continued vaccination efforts.

What significant event did President Trump announce regarding ISIS?

• The death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi

• The capture of an ISIS leader

• A peace treaty with ISIS

• The withdrawal of US troops from Syria

What natural event in California led to a massive power shutdown?

• Earthquake

• Flood

• Strong winds causing wildfires

• Tornado

How many wild poliovirus strains have been eliminated worldwide according to the WHO?

• Three

• Two

• One

• None

What percentage has the number of children affected by poliovirus dropped since 1988?

• 100%

• 99%

• 75%

• 50%

What is necessary to ensure the complete eradication of the poliovirus?

• Increasing funding for research

• Quarantining affected areas

• Vaccinating every child in every household

• Developing a new vaccine