NPR News: 09-17-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers a UN report alleging U.S. war crimes in Iran and Iranian crimes against humanity, alongside Canada’s bid for EU associate membership amid Trump’s trade threats. The broadcast also details negotiations to extend the U.S.-China trade truce before its November expiration. Additionally, it reports on Prince Charles’s brother’s book alleging royal contempt for Princess Diana and the legal battle over Missouri’s redistricting map.
Topics discussed
UN report on US war crimes in Iran
Details on strikes in southern Iran
Iranian state security killings during protests
Canada's proposal for EU associate membership
Xi Jinping state visit and trade truce status
Earl Spencer's book on King Charles and Diana
Missouri congressional map legal battle
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