NPR News: 09-12-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
President Trump is in Ireland, attributing the recent Saudi oil pipeline drone attack to Iran. Markets fell as soaring energy prices kept inflation elevated, raising expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, India hosts the BRICS summit, where leaders aim to reduce dependence on the US dollar. The CIA declassified documents marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, and the British Museum removed an ancient Egyptian mummy from display to respect the deceased's wishes.
Topics discussed
Trump in Ireland and comments on Saudi drone attack
Trump's meeting with Irish President
Impact of Saudi pipeline shutdown on energy prices
Stock market reaction to rising oil and inflation
BRICS summit hosted by India
BRICS expansion and internal rivalries
Push for a BRICS currency and US tariff threats
CIA declassifies 9/11 intelligence documents
British Museum removes Egyptian mummy from display
Details on mummy removal and other museum repatriations
Naga people remains returned to India and Myanmar
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