NPR News: 09-06-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the first visit of US envoys to Kyiv since Russia's 2022 invasion, alongside reports that Israel claims control of a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon despite Hezbollah's dispute. The episode also highlights record-high diesel prices in the US, which are driving up costs for goods and transportation. Additionally, leaders from the Pacific Islands Forum express concern over a Chinese intercontinental ballistic missile test, while Canada announces $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs against US goods in response to recent trade disputes.
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US envoys arrive in Kyiv for Ukraine peace talks
Israel claims control of strategic ridge in Lebanon
Diesel prices hit record high, impacting goods
Pacific Islands Forum concerned over China missile test
Canada imposes $20B retaliatory tariffs on US goods
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