NPR News: 07-18-2026 10PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers new U.S. airstrikes against Iran in response to attacks on troops, alongside Supreme Leader Khamenei’s defiant statement. The broadcast also reports on Truth Social selling faster access to Trump’s posts for financial firms and allegations of domestic abuse against an immigration officer involved in a fatal shooting. Additionally, updates include rising earthquake death tolls in Venezuela, severe flooding and wildfire smoke in the Northeast, and the upcoming men’s World Cup final.
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Sponsor message from Angie
U.S. airstrikes on Iran and Supreme Leader's statement
Trump's Truth Social offers paid fast access to posts
Former spouse reveals ICE officer's history of abuse
Venezuela earthquake death toll and U.S. storm warnings
Flooding and wildfire smoke impact New York City
Men's World Cup final details and sponsor message
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