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NPR previewing an interview regarding U.S. foreign policy toward Russia and Ukraine.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul about President Trump's latest embrace of Russia and what it means for Ukraine and any hopes of peace.

President Trump is pursuing Russia-friendly moves to end the war in Ukraine amid high energy costs ahead of the U.S. midterms, navigating a complex relationship with Moscow.

Ukraine and Russia exchange strikes amidst worsening U.S.-Ukraine relations, midterm elections head toward record expenses, and the French president condemns violent protests.

President Donald Trump endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 election, praising him as a 'Great Warrior Prime Minister' and partner against Iran, despite prior disagreements over military strategy and ceasefire efforts during the eight-month Iran conflict.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused the U.S. government of restricting Ukraine's access to SpaceX's Starlink and Starshield satellite systems, claiming the disruptions hinder military operations against Russia. U.S. officials, including Trump and Rubio, denied involvement, while senators call for an investigation. The dispute reflects growing tensions over U.S. support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks and Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure.

Student protests in France have broadened into nationwide unrest involving public sector workers, marked by violent clashes and property destruction. Simultaneously, protests in Albania over living costs and a luxury development have led to police intervention.

Search operations are underway for 11 missing individuals after a boat carrying 27 people capsized 140 miles west of Ensenada, Mexico. Sixteen survivors, all Mexican nationals, were rescued by U.S. and Mexican authorities; one survivor sustained shark bite injuries.