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Oct 12, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Ukrainian President Zelensky offers to hold elections if Russia pauses attacks for 60 days and urges the U.S. to buy diesel from Ukraine instead of Russia. Meanwhile, Israel's Supreme Court orders a timeline for displaced Palestinians to return to West Bank homes, while tribal leaders warn that proposed census changes could harm federal funding. The episode also covers health experts advising adults to get a second measles shot amid a major U.S. outbreak and ongoing cleanup efforts following Tropical Storm Isaias.

Topics discussed

Zelensky proposes elections if Russia pauses attacks Zelensky suggests US buy diesel from Ukraine Israel Supreme Court orders planning for Palestinian return Tribal concerns over proposed US Census changes Measles epidemic and advice for adult vaccination Storm cleanup and weather updates in US Fresh Air promo featuring Murray Hill
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