NPR News: 07-29-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers Iran’s intercepted airstrikes on US forces and the subsequent retaliation, alongside President Trump’s meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu amid tensions over war strategy. It also reports on 44 states urging crackdowns on prediction markets, funeral services for Senator Lindsey Graham, and FIFA’s controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes. Finally, it details massive wildfires forcing hundreds of thousands to evacuate in France and Spain.
Topics discussed
Iran strikes US forces; Trump meets Netanyahu
Netanyahu's low-key White House visit and US public opinion
States urge crackdown on prediction markets like Polymarket
Funeral services for Senator Lindsey Graham
FIFA plans to sell World Cup stakes to private investors
Massive wildfires force evacuations in France and Spain
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