NPR News: 06-20-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
Vice President Vance travels to Switzerland for talks with Iran amid conflicting reports on the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing violence in Lebanon. In Ukraine, President Zelensky claims drones struck a Russian oil refinery as Moscow continues bombing civilian areas. Domestically, polls show Americans are unhappy with Trump’s economic handling, while the CDC monitors public health during the World Cup. The broadcast concludes with severe weather warnings across the U.S. and Europe.
Topics discussed
Vice President Vance heads to Switzerland for Iran talks
Ukraine strikes Russian oil facility in Siberia
Poll: Americans unhappy with Trump's handling of economy
CDC coordinates public health for World Cup host cities
Severe storms in US Midwest and heat wave in Europe
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