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US Strikes Iran in Wake of Surprise Attack on American ForcesExternal Link
The United States launched major strikes against Iran Thursday morning after President Donald Trump vowed to hit the regime “very hard” as retaliation for a surprise attack on American forces in the region earlier in the week. It comes as a new poll shows 72% of Americans disapprove of the president's handling of Iran. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports for TODAY.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:13:24 GMT
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Trump vows retaliatory strike after failed Iranian attackExternal Link
President Trump is vowing a retaliatory strike against Iran after the Iranian regime unsuccessfully attempted to attack U.S. troops. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:50:55 GMT
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Battling wildfires across EuropeExternal Link
Fires continue to rage across Europe, including in France’s wine country. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez was with firefighters and volunteers in the region as they battled the flames.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:12:22 GMT
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Pope Leo XIV reflects on being the first American popeExternal Link
In a visit with “Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas, Pope Leo XIV described his role as the first American pontiff. “I have great love for America,” he said. “But I understand my mission as having a very important dimension, which is precisely being pastor of a universal church.”
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:51:08 GMT
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Fauci testifies before the Senate on the Covid pandemicExternal Link
Watch live coverage as Dr. Anthony Fauci testifies before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee as part of Committee Chairman Rand Paul's investigation into the origins of Covid. Lawmakers are expected to question Fauci about what he knew and didn't know as the pandemic was unfolding.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:10:03 GMT
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