NPR News: 06-18-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers President Trump’s interim war agreement with Iran, which opens the Strait of Hormuz but leaves nuclear details pending. Trump also blocks a national intelligence nominee to pressure the Senate on voting regulations, drawing bipartisan criticism. Additionally, MIT researchers analyze a Russian nuclear-powered missile, while Defense Secretary Hegseth reviews U.S. forces in Europe. The broadcast concludes with a visa waiver for a World Cup star’s mother and a Medal of Honor presentation.
Topics discussed
Trump and Iran sign interim war agreement
Trump blocks intelligence nominee over voting bill
MIT researchers analyze Russian nuclear missile
Review of US forces in Europe and NATO tensions
Cabo Verde goalkeeper's mother gets visa waiver
Medal of Honor awarded to James Capers Jr.
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