Michael Schwirtz

investigative reporter with the International desk at The New York Times

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Michael Schwirtz is a reporter for the New York Times.

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The brothers are accused of targeting Israel’s warning system during the Hamas attack last October 7. They also attacked Cedars-Sinai hospital, an indictment says.

Sudanese brothers indicted for cyberattack on Israel, Cedars-Sinai

The brothers are accused of targeting Israel’s warning system during the Hamas attack last October 7. They also attacked Cedars-Sinai hospital, an indictment says.

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US to Sue New York over Civil Rights Abuses at Rikers Island

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