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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said there might not be a nuclear deal with Iran after months of conflict. The U.S. is working to stop Iran from making nuclear weapons by damaging their ability to do so, and tensions between the two countries remain high.
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said a nuclear deal with Iran may not happen and might wait for a future Iranian government.
The U.S. has damaged Iran’s capability to develop nuclear weapons through bombing campaigns.
President Donald Trump said last month that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon and that the U.S. has slowed Iran’s progress.
Trump also said he "could not care less" if Iran made a deal with the U.S. despite his administration seeking an agreement initially.
The U.S. recently attacked three Iranian oil tankers after Iran targeted two U.S. Navy ships.
Iran claimed it retaliated by attacking U.S.-linked vessels and oil tankers afterward.
Wright stated the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports aims to force a change in Iran’s government or its policies.
Oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz is at record levels despite the conflict, with a recent seven-day average of over nine million barrels per day.
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President Donald Trump sent envoys Steve Wiktoff and Jared Kushner to Kyiv to try to help end the war between Russia and Ukraine, which has been ongoing for over five years. The program also discussed the current status of the upcoming U.S. midterm elections, which are less than two months away.
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President Donald Trump appointed Steve Wiktoff and Jared Kushner as envoys.
The envoys arrived in Kyiv to work toward ending the war between Russia and Ukraine.
The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted more than five and a half years.
The news program "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" aired this coverage on September 6, 2026.
The show also reviewed the progress and standings in the U.S. midterm elections.
The midterm elections are scheduled to occur in less than two months.
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An eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia caused ash clouds that disrupted flights at eight airports, including the main Soekarno-Hatta airport near Jakarta. Hundreds of flights were canceled, school activities were interrupted, and fishing trips were halted due to the volcanic ash and safety concerns.
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Anak Krakatau volcano erupted on Saturday, producing lava and loud sounds heard up to 700 km away.
Ash clouds were detected around Soekarno-Hatta international airport, leading to a shutdown of flight operations until late Sunday.
More than 22,000 passengers and 209 flights were affected, with cancellations at international and domestic airports.
Airlines such as Singapore Airlines and Qantas canceled flights to and from Jakarta.
Volcanic ash can damage airplane engines and obstruct pilots’ views, which is why flights were suspended.
Ash rose up to 6,000 meters on the Java side and 15,000 meters on the Sumatra side of the volcano.
Schools canceled activities due to eye irritation caused by ash, and fishing trips were stopped for safety.
Authorities considered cloud-seeding to cause rain and wash away ash quickly.
The volcano is located between Java and Sumatra in the area formed after the major 1883 Krakatau eruption.
Ships were banned from coming within two miles of the volcano for safety reasons.
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A Canadian hiker named Stanislav Volo got lost in the mountains near Squamish, British Columbia. He survived five nights by sheltering in a cave, eating gummy bears and wildflowers, before walking to safety and being found by rescue teams.
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Stanislav Volo, 43, went missing on August 30 after hiking Mount Habrich Loop.
His phone died, leaving him without navigation help.
He got injured after slipping, hurting his heel and wrist.
Volo stayed in a small cave near a waterfall for several days during bad weather.
He ate gummy bears he brought and wildflowers he found nearby.
Search teams used helicopters, dogs, drones, and on-foot searches to find him.
Volo walked out on September 4 and met a construction worker who helped call rescuers.
He was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and later reunited with his family.
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Voting took place in Saxony-Anhalt, an eastern state in Germany, where the far-right party AfD is leading in polls with just over 40%. If AfD wins, they plan to make significant changes to the education system.
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The election is happening in Saxony-Anhalt, a state in eastern Germany.
Recent surveys show the AfD party leading with a bit more than 40% support.
The Christian Democrats (CDU), led by Merz, are in second place with about 23%.
AfD wants to "reset" or change the education system if they win.
The election is closely watched because of the possible impact on regional policies.
The AfD is a far-right political party in Germany.
Changes proposed by AfD may affect local governance and public services.
This election reflects wider political trends in eastern Germany.
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The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened a new office in Banja Luka, the capital of Republika Srpska, a political region in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This move aims to strengthen business and political ties between Israel and Republika Srpska, even as other parts of Bosnia criticize Israel’s actions in the Gaza war.
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The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened an office in Banja Luka to boost ties with Republika Srpska.
Republika Srpska has shown strong support for Israel during the Gaza conflict since October 2023.
Milorad Dodik, former Republika Srpska leader, supports Israel and opposes recognizing Palestine as a state.
The office opening was hosted in a building provided by Dodik amid pro-Palestine protests in other parts of Bosnia.
Israel’s ambassador said the office will promote business and investment cooperation.
Republika Srpska plans to support Israeli technology and potentially attract Israeli investments.
Amir Gross Kabiri, an Israeli businessman involved in major investments in Bosnia, leads the new office.
Analysts say Republika Srpska faces financial problems and sees ties with Israel as a way to improve its economy.
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The article discusses the search for the most popular song of the summer in 2026. It reviews music that made the season enjoyable and suggests potential candidates for the top summer song.
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The article looks back at music from the summer of 2026.
It explores which songs were popular and contributed to the fun of the season.
ABC News reporter Will Ganss shares picks for the "song of the summer."
The piece is part of broader ABC News coverage, which includes various current events.
The article mentions other news topics like weather, politics, and international affairs in brief segments.
It does not focus deeply on one particular artist or song but highlights music as a cultural element of summer 2026.
The overall purpose is to reflect on the soundtrack of the recent summer period.
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Rescue teams in Nepal are looking for survivors trapped in tunnels at the Chilime hydropower plant. This search is happening more than a week after heavy floods hit the area.
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The rescue is focused on the Chilime hydropower plant in northern Nepal.
Floods caused significant damage in the region over a week ago.
People may be trapped inside the plant’s tunnels.
Teams are actively conducting search and rescue operations.
The local area was severely affected by the floods.
The situation remains urgent as rescuers continue their efforts.
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A five-story building in New Delhi collapsed, killing at least one person and trapping 30 to 40 others. Rescue teams are working to find survivors, and some trapped individuals have been able to make phone calls for help.
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The building was a boys’ hostel located in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University.
About 30 to 40 people remain trapped under the rubble.
Police, firefighters, and disaster response teams are conducting rescue operations.
Some trapped people are in contact with rescuers via phone calls.
At least two people were hospitalized in serious condition.
The cause of the collapse is not yet known.
Building collapses often occur in India during the monsoon season because heavy rain can weaken old buildings.
Earthmovers are clearing debris to help reach the trapped people.
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Greece wants to strengthen its defense partnership with Israel while also improving ties with other Middle Eastern countries. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized Greece’s defense spending and plans to work closely with Saudi Arabia and Egypt amid regional security concerns.
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Greece and Israel have close defense and energy cooperation, especially due to worries about Turkey.
They recently signed a deal for Israel to build an air defense system in Greece worth 3 billion euros ($3.5 billion).
Greece spends at least 3.5% of its GDP on defense, partly because of ongoing tensions with Turkey over sea borders.
Greece will receive its first 20 F-35 fighter jets in 2028 and may buy 20 more.
Greece opposes selling F-35 jets to Turkey due to legal issues connected with Turkey’s purchase of Russian missile systems.
The Greek prime minister plans to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt to discuss cooperation.
Greece has had an air defense battery in Saudi Arabia since 2021 and helped intercept missiles targeting Saudi oil facilities.
The new defense deal between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey does not change Greece’s relationship with Saudi Arabia.
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A school in Minab, Iran, was hit by a missile strike on February 28, 2026, during the early days of a war involving the United States and Israel. The school, where more than 100 children died, is now a memorial site and will be turned into a war museum.
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The Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab, southern Iran, was struck on February 28, 2026.
Over 100 students were killed in the attack.
The U.S. and Israel carried out strikes across Iran at the start of this war.
The Trump administration has not accepted direct responsibility or released official reports on the strike.
An investigation by the Associated Press found evidence of at least one U.S. missile hitting the school.
The damaged school building’s classrooms remain as they were during the attack.
Local officials plan to convert the school ruins into a war museum and memorial.
A nearby cemetery in Minab honors the children killed; some bodies have not been recovered.
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This article shows important photos from around the world during the week of early September 2026. It highlights events like rescue efforts in Nepal after floods, a funeral in Iran after a U.S. strike, Russian attacks in Kyiv, and the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan.
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Nepal suffered deadly floods and a mudslide, trapping workers in a hydropower tunnel; rescue operations saved two workers.
A U.S. missile strike hit a wedding in southern Iran, killing five people, including two children.
Russia launched drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 12 people and injuring 21.
Volunteers in the West Bank held night watches to prevent attacks by Israeli settlers.
The World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan featured traditional horse sports like Kokpar, where riders compete to score with a goat carcass.
Migrants gathered in the Spanish territory of Ceuta; Spain’s Prime Minister blamed Israel, Russia, and far-right groups for spreading false information about the situation.
Norway’s King Haakon VIII took an oath to the constitution during a ceremonial event.
The article includes other global moments such as political leaders attending cultural events and a young Iraqi coping with extreme heat.
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On September 11, 2001, the small Canadian town of Gander took in 7,000 stranded airline passengers and crew after U.S. airspace was closed and 38 planes were grounded there. The town quickly organized shelters, food, and support with many local volunteers helping, inspiring the Broadway musical "Come From Away."
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Gander is a town in Newfoundland, Canada, with about 12,000 people.
On 9/11, 38 international flights landed there after U.S. airspace was shut down.
About 7,000 passengers and crew needed shelter for several days.
The mayor declared a state of emergency to manage the situation.
Schools, churches, and the local hockey rink became shelters.
Local people volunteered to provide food, shelter, rides, and other help.
The story inspired the successful musical "Come From Away," which premiered in 2017.
The musical has been performed worldwide and recently staged in Gander with local actors for authenticity.
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On September 11, 2001, the small Canadian town of Gander in Newfoundland helped about 7,000 air travelers who were stuck when U.S. airspace closed. The town’s people welcomed and cared for the passengers and crew of 38 international flights for five days.
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Gander is a small town in Newfoundland, Canada.
U.S. airspace closed on 9/11, causing many flights to be grounded.
38 international flights were forced to land in Gander.
Around 7,000 passengers and crew arrived unexpectedly.
The town’s population nearly doubled during this time.
Local people offered shelter, food, and support.
Their kindness inspired the Broadway musical "Come From Away".
This event shows how a community helped others during an emergency.
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Rescuers in Nepal and China are searching for thousands of people missing after severe floods caused by a glacial collapse. The disaster has killed at least 1,384 people, with more than 5,500 still missing, including many foreigners. Efforts are slowed by difficult weather, mud, and landslides.
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The floods happened near the China-Nepal border and were likely caused by a glacier breaking apart.
At least 1,384 people have died, and over 5,500 remain missing in both countries.
Nepal has found 1,341 bodies and is still searching for nearly 5,000 people.
In Tibet, China, 43 people have died and 519 are missing.
Some survivors were found in tunnels of flooded hydropower plants.
Rescue work faces challenges like bad weather, mudslides, and difficult terrain.
Nepal has asked the UN climate fund for help to cover costs linked to climate change damage.
The United Nations is appealing for $50 million to aid more than 84,000 people affected by the floods.
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The United States has increased its military activities in Latin America through the Americas Counter-Cartel Coalition (ACCC), a group of 18 countries aimed at fighting drug trafficking and other threats. This effort includes joint operations, military strikes, and deeper ties with local forces, reflecting a return to stronger U.S. influence in the region.
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The ACCC was launched by President Donald Trump in March and includes 17 Latin American and Caribbean countries plus informal participation by Venezuela.
The coalition focuses on fighting drug trafficking and "malign foreign influences," referring to countries like China.
The U.S. Southern Command created a new Western Hemisphere Joint Task Force to coordinate military operations among ACCC members.
The U.S. conducted joint airstrikes with Venezuela against criminal gang leaders and attacked vessels suspected of drug trafficking.
The "Southern Spear" operation has resulted in at least 220 deaths with no full investigations into the victims' involvement in crimes.
The newly elected Colombian president has authorized U.S. military operations in Colombia to fight narco-terrorism.
U.S. military presence may include troops on the ground, use of regional bases, and overflight of Latin American countries’ territories.
These actions represent a shift toward greater U.S. military influence in the region, reminiscent of the Monroe Doctrine from the 19th century.
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Robert De Niro, who lives and works in Lower Manhattan, witnessed the 9/11 attacks and saw his neighborhood covered in toxic dust afterward. To help revive the area and support the community, he and his partner Jane Rosenthal started the Tribeca Film Festival in 2002, which has since grown into a large cultural event.
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Robert De Niro lives and works in Lower Manhattan, close to the 9/11 attack sites.
He witnessed the collapse of the Twin Towers and the surrounding destruction firsthand.
After 9/11, Lower Manhattan was covered in poisonous dust from Ground Zero.
De Niro and Jane Rosenthal helped start the Tribeca Film Festival to aid recovery and healing.
The first Tribeca Film Festival happened in May 2002, just eight months after 9/11.
The festival attracted large crowds and famous guests like Nelson Mandela and Hugh Grant.
Tribeca Festival now includes films, concerts, talks, panels, and virtual reality.
A new documentary about the festival’s history, "Tribeca 25," will be released on Netflix on Sept. 11.
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Ulrich Siegmund, the 35-year-old lead candidate of Germany’s far-right AfD party, has been polling above 40% in recent months. The AfD has a chance to win a majority in an upcoming election if smaller parties do not pass the 5% vote threshold required to enter parliament.
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Ulrich Siegmund is the lead candidate of the AfD party in Germany.
The AfD is a far-right political party.
Recent polls show the AfD with support above 40%.
The party could win more than half the seats if smaller parties fail to get 5% of votes.
The 5% threshold is the minimum needed for smaller parties to enter parliament.
This election is taking place in an eastern German state.
A majority win by the AfD would give them full control in that regional parliament.
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A five-story residential building in Delhi collapsed around 1:30 pm local time, trapping dozens of students inside. At least one person has died, two are in critical condition, and six have been rescued so far, while rescue efforts continue.
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The building collapsed in the Satya Niketan neighborhood of south-west Delhi.
Around 50 people, mostly students, were believed to be inside at the time.
The building was about 40 to 50 years old.
Construction work was happening in the building’s basement before the collapse.
An adjacent building was also evacuated as a precaution.
Some trapped students reportedly made phone calls from under the rubble.
Police are searching for the building owner, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
One person died, two are critically injured, and six people have been rescued.
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