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NPR's Scott Detrow interviews Nicholas Burns, a former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, about recent developments in the U.S.-Iran conflict and the ongoing NATO summit. The discussion focuses on implications of Iran-related strikes and NATO's strategic priorities.

Fresh strikes between Iran and the United States have occurred, and a tense ceasefire has been scrapped, raising questions about whether the war with Iran is resuming.

Graham Platner ended his bid for U.S. Senate. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is assisting in the investigation of Nolan Wells' death.

President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a NATO summit in Turkey and announced the U.S. will provide Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense systems.

The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, escalating tensions and threatening an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict.

The International Olympic Committee has lifted a decade-long ban on Russian athletes from international competitions, reversing restrictions linked to a state-sponsored doping scandal and Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The decision allows Russian athletes to return to Olympic events.

Trump stated he believes the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is over but has not ruled out potential talks. The International Olympic Committee has lifted Russia's suspension, allowing its athletes to compete in the 2028 games.

President Trump announced from Turkey that the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is over but did not rule out continuing talks to end the war with Iran.

Carl Bildt, co-chair of the European Council on Foreign Relations, discusses the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, and the alliance's status during President Trump's second term.

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she'll run for the French presidency next year despite being sentenced Tuesday to wear a court-ordered electronic monitor for embezzlement.

Tehran has targeted Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes, escalating regional tensions. The conflict raises risks of an interim agreement to halt fighting breaking down, potentially sparking a wider Middle East conflict.

NATO began its summit in Ankara, Turkey, emphasizing unity, but tensions within the alliance were highlighted by President Trump's criticisms of European allies, raising concerns about NATO's future. The event underscored challenges to maintaining cohesion among members.

NATO leaders believe President Trump's criticism of the alliance aims to pressure Europe into increasing defense spending, while some analysts worry he may have hidden intentions.

The IOC is moving to allow more Russian athletes to compete in Olympic events. This decision comes as Moscow continues missile and drone strikes in Ukraine.

The International Olympic Committee has lifted Russia's suspension, advising sports organizations to stop a three-year vetting program for Russian athletes ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The change aims to streamline qualification processes for the event.

Ukraine is urging NATO to provide anti-ballistic air defense systems following recent Russian attacks that killed over 20 people in Kyiv and surrounding areas. The attacks prompted Ukraine to seek enhanced defense measures from its allies.

President Trump's arrival in Ankara begins a NATO summit marked by his ongoing pressure campaign, which could lead to tensions among alliance members.

Explosions in Damascus wounded four people during French President Macron's visit to Syria. Macron's office confirmed he was safe and that his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa would proceed as planned.

The NATO summit is set to begin in Ankara, Turkey. The article notes that efforts to appease Trump have lost their effectiveness, compelling Europe to assume primary responsibility for its defense.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with David Satterfield about Turkey hosting the NATO summit. The discussion focuses on the significance of the event.