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Oct 12, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Ukrainian President Zelensky proposes holding elections if Russia suspends attacks for 60 days and urges the U.S. to buy diesel from Ukraine instead of Russia. Meanwhile, Israel’s Supreme Court orders a timeline for displaced Palestinians to return to West Bank homes, while tribal leaders warn that removing race data from the 2030 Census could harm federal funding. The segment also covers health experts recommending a second MMR shot amid a severe measles outbreak and ongoing cleanup efforts following Tropical Storm Isaias in the southeast.

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Zelensky proposes elections if Russia pauses attacks Zelensky criticizes US-Russia diesel deal Israel Supreme Court orders plan for Palestinian return Native American concerns over Census changes Measles epidemic and adult vaccination advice Storm cleanup and weather updates Fresh Air promo featuring Murray Hill
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