NPR News: 08-01-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
Russian missiles struck Kiev, killing nine, as Trump hesitates on Ukraine aid. Meanwhile, Trump criticizes dropped charges in the Lincoln Pool case, and DHS claims 250,000 non-citizens on voter rolls. A heat dome threatens wildfires in the West, while Spain manages a migrant surge. The Women’s Pro Baseball League launches, climber Nirmal Purja dies in Pakistan, and a Seattle teen shooting remains unsolved.
Topics discussed
Russian missile strikes on Kiev and US defense aid
Trump reacts to dropped charges in Lincoln Pool case
DHS claims 250,000 non-citizens on voter rolls
Heat dome and wildfire risks in the West
Migrants return from Spain to Morocco
Inaugural game of Women's Pro Baseball League
Climber Nirmal Persia dies in Pakistan avalanche
Promo for true crime series on Seattle shooting
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