Yemen's Houthi operation, Ukraine targets Russian refineries and Brazil vote
Summary
This episode covers President Zelensky’s pledge to intensify attacks on Russian oil refineries and Yemen’s announcement of a major offensive against the Houthis. It also reports on Cornell University’s review of fraternities following rape allegations, the resignation of Tennessee’s prison chief after a botched execution, and the close Brazilian presidential election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro. Finally, the segment details Ethiopian government forces regaining control of the Tigray capital, Mekele.
Topics discussed
Introduction and daily headlines
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Ukraine vows to double down on Russian oil refinery attacks
Yemen: Saudi-backed government launches operation against Houthis
Cornell University reviews role of fraternities and sororities
Tennessee prison chief resigns after botched execution
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Brazil: Close presidential election and regional implications
Ethiopia: Government forces retake Tigray capital Mekele
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Outro and links to Reuters news
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