NPR News: 08-01-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
Russian missiles killed nine in Kiev as Trump walked back promises of air defense tech. Oil giants like Chevron reported record profits despite Middle East war disruptions. Spain faces EU pressure to close borders amid a migrant surge from Morocco. Nebraska begins enforcing new Medicaid work requirements, while Colorado honors a firefighter killed in wildfires. FIFA scrapped plans to sell World Cup profits to private investors.
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Russian missile strikes on Kiev and US aid discussions
Tanker attack and record oil company profits
EU response to migrant influx in Spain
Nebraska Medicaid work requirements take effect
Funeral procession for fallen Colorado firefighter
FIFA abandons World Cup profit sale plan
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