NPR News: 06-28-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers Iran’s retaliatory missile strikes on U.S. targets in Bahrain and Kuwait, alongside expert analysis on ongoing diplomatic efforts. The broadcast reports on the rising death toll from devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and a severe heat wave causing infrastructure failures in Europe. Additionally, the episode highlights Hezbollah’s rejection of a new Israel-Lebanon deal, President Trump’s nomination of Chris Klomp as HHS deputy secretary, and celebrates Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday.
Topics discussed
Iran strikes US targets; MOU negotiations continue
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 1,430
Record heat wave hits Europe and Germany
Hezbollah criticizes Israel-Lebanon deal
Trump nominates Chris Klomp as HHS deputy
Mel Brooks turns 100 years old
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