This NPR News episode covers escalating U.S. military strikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels, rising oil prices, and the growing financial toll of the conflict, while also highlighting diplomatic efforts over Ukraine, mass youth-led protests in India against Prime Minister Modi, a majo
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