NPR News: 08-16-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
Jared Kushner meets with Hamas officials to revive a stalled Gaza ceasefire, while Attorney General Todd Blanche defends his independence from President Trump. Ukraine strikes Russian logistics hubs amid ongoing conflict, and historic flooding kills six in Indiana, prompting a federal emergency declaration. Additionally, the trial of Dwayne Davis for Tupac Shakur’s murder begins in Las Vegas, and Italian police recover stolen art before new museum heists occur in Sicily.
Topics discussed
Kushner meets with Hamas officials on ceasefire roadmap
Attorney General Blanche refuses to pledge independence from Trump
Ukraine strikes Russian logistics centers; Russia attacks Ukraine
Historic flooding kills six in Indiana; FEMA aid approved
Trial begins for Dwayne Davis in Tupac Shakur's death
Recovered paintings in Italy; new thefts in Sicily
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