NPR News: 07-29-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment before the Senate, refusing to testify about pandemic origins amid accusations from Rand Paul. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Trump and Netanyahu over the prolonged war with Iran, as neither side agrees on an exit strategy. In Europe, massive wildfires in France and Spain force hundreds of thousands to evacuate due to extreme heat. Finally, Democrats debate whether to focus on the economy or democracy ahead of midterms.
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Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment before Senate committee
Trump and Netanyahu discuss war with Iran amid tensions
Massive wildfires and heat waves in France
Wildfires force evacuations in Spain
Democrats debate focusing on economy vs. democracy
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