1am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
Criticism of the US-Russia diesel deal grows as Ukraine's President Zelensky calls it dangerous, though Energy Secretary Chris Wright defends it as an incentive for de-escalation. French President Macron addresses nationwide protests, condemning violence while distinguishing it from legitimate grievances. NPR mourns the death of longtime All Things Considered host Noah Adams. Additionally, Egypt agrees to support Saudi Arabia against Yemen's Houthis, and an Air Force service member dies after falling during a pregame ceremony at a college football game in San Antonio.
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Criticism of US-Russia diesel fuel deal
Macron addresses France after nationwide protests
Death of All Things Considered host Noah Adams
Egypt supports Saudi Arabia against Yemen Houthis
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