NPR News: 07-05-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers a 90-minute phone call between Trump and Putin regarding the Ukraine war, alongside Trump’s separate talks with Zelensky. It reports on critically low water levels in Lake Powell threatening hydropower, and a FIFA decision allowing suspended US soccer star Flaren Balogin to play against Belgium. The broadcast also highlights the record-breaking Anthrocon furry convention in Pittsburgh despite extreme heat, and notes that Paul Pelosi faces charges after allegedly leaving the scene of a hit-and-run.
Topics discussed
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Trump and Putin discuss Ukraine war
Lake Powell water levels hit record lows
US soccer player suspension overturned
NATO summit in Ankara and Trump's criticism
Anthrocon furry convention in Pittsburgh
Paul Pelosi hit-and-run incident
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