NPR News: 08-03-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
President Trump claims ongoing negotiations with Iran to avoid strikes, while Israel defends continued Gaza attacks despite ceasefire envoy criticism. Two deaths in Michigan are linked to a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak from contaminated lettuce. Meanwhile, record heat and drought strain Europe, and Myanmar’s military reports Aung San Suu Kyi met with the Red Cross.
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Trump claims negotiations with Iran to end war
Israel rejects criticism over Gaza strikes
First U.S. deaths linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Senators advance Todd Blanch AG nomination
Record heat and drought hit Europe and England
Aung San Suu Kyi meets Red Cross in Myanmar
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