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What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Windsor Johnston. The U.S.
What prompted the U.S. to launch a new wave of strikes against Iran?
launched a new wave of strikes against Iran for an eighth straight day, targeting what it says were strategic drone and missile sites. The new attacks come after two U.S. service members were killed in Jordan on Friday from Iranian strikes. They're the first casualties since the U.S. and Iran signed a preliminary ceasefire in April, which both sides now say is void. NPR's Carrie Khan reports from Tel Aviv.
U.S. Central Command says along with the military sites, it also struck forces with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to, quote, swiftly punish Iran for the attacks in Jordan. The brief statement by CENTCOM did not provide more details.
Which regional countries reported interceptions or incoming fire from Iran?
Early Sunday, Kuwait's military said it was intercepting incoming missiles and drones from Iran. Bahrain, too, has reported an incoming fire from Iran. The stepped up back and forth strikes show no sign of letting up. No public peace talks or negotiations are taking place. The United States has reinstated a blockade on Iranian ports as Iran continues to vow to control the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping traffic through the vital waterway has dropped dramatically during the last week of strikes. Carrie Khan, NPR News, Tel Aviv.
Ukraine says Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks of the war today, targeting Kyiv. NPR's Joanna Kikisis reports the assault followed Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian tankers and power substations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia launched more than 40 missiles and 120 attack drones at Kiev. Ukrainians were awoken by the sound of explosions and the booms of air defense trying to shoot down the drones and missiles.
How have attacks affected shipping and the Strait of Hormuz?
Ukraine has developed ways to shoot down most drones. but not missiles, and the military intercepted less than half of the missiles in this attack. Kyiv Mayor Vitaly Klitschko said at least one person was killed and at least 15 injured. Moscow has stepped up attacks on Ukrainian cities as Ukraine continues a drone strike campaign aimed at weakening Russia's war machine. Joanna Kakisis, NPR News, Kyiv.
President Trump will travel to New Jersey today for the World Cup championship game. NPR's Franco Ordonez reports Argentina will go against Spain for the title.
President Trump is expected to present the trophy to the winner of the match held in New Jersey. The reception he receives will be closely watched as the U.S. president was at the center of one of the tournament's biggest controversies when he called the FIFA chief asking that a red card against U.S. striker Fuller and Balogun be reviewed. Balogun's one-game suspension was later lifted.
What happened in Kyiv during one of Russia's largest missile attacks?
NPR's Franco Ordonez reporting, kickoff is set for 3 p.m. Eastern Time. You're listening to NPR News from Washington. Canadian wildfire smoke is pushing south across the Great Lakes and Midwest, creating unhealthy air in several states. Air quality alerts are in effect from Minneapolis to Cleveland. Forecasters say the smoke could linger into early this week. Additional smoke from wildfires is also affecting parts of the Pacific Northwest. Thunderstorms are expected from the northern plains to the mid-Atlantic today and tomorrow. Heavy rain is possible along parts of the eastern Gulf Coast, while dangerous heat is building from the northern plains into the lower Mississippi Valley. At the box office this weekend, the Odyssey appears to be turning into a hit of epic proportions.
Why is President Trump traveling to the World Cup final in New Jersey and what controversy surrounds him?
NPR's Bob Mandello reports.
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan has super fans, and it was always expected that they would turn out in force on opening weekend for his tale of Odysseus. No one could stand between me and home. Hero of the Trojan Wars. I never got. Nolan shot the Odyssey entirely with IMAX cameras, a Hollywood first. and many IMAX showings were sold out months ago. A few IMAX theaters added 2 a.m.
How are Canadian wildfires and weather systems affecting U.S. air quality and forecasts?
shows this weekend, and those quickly sold out too. But the film is also playing well in conventional cinemas, both in the U.S. and overseas. The Odyssey is expected to take in more than a quarter of a billion dollars in its first three days worldwide.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:00–0:05
2
What prompted the U.S. to launch a new wave of strikes against Iran?
0:05–0:46
3
Which regional countries reported interceptions or incoming fire from Iran?
0:46–1:49
4
How have attacks affected shipping and the Strait of Hormuz?
1:49–2:49
5
What happened in Kyiv during one of Russia's largest missile attacks?
2:49–3:45
6
Why is President Trump traveling to the World Cup final in New Jersey and what controversy surrounds him?
3:45–4:12
7
How are Canadian wildfires and weather systems affecting U.S. air quality and forecasts?
4:12–5:02