Ukraine's President Sits With NPR, Pope Leo Cancer, Ambassador Guilfoyle Forced Out
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In a sit-down interview with NPR, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the U.S. warned it could cut intelligence sharing over Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries.
Pope Leo XIV is recovering from surgery after the Vatican announced he has lung cancer, as doctors wait for more test results to determine what comes next.
President Trump forced out U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after a series of misconduct allegations, raising new questions about his political appointees overseas.
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It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.
Our director is Christopher Thomas.
We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.
And our Supervising Producer is Michael Lipkin.
(0:00) Introduction
(01:55) Ukraine's President Sits With NPR
(05:36) Pope Leo Lung Cancer
(09:12) Ambassador Guilfoyle Forced Out
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Pope Leo XIV is recovering from surgery after the Vatican announced he has lung cancer, as doctors wait for more test results to determine what comes next.
President Trump forced out U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after a series of misconduct allegations, raising new questions about his political appointees overseas.
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Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Tina Kraja, Miguel Macias, Daniel Burke, Hannah Bloch, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.
It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.
Our director is Christopher Thomas.
We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.
And our Supervising Producer is Michael Lipkin.
(0:00) Introduction
(01:55) Ukraine's President Sits With NPR
(05:36) Pope Leo Lung Cancer
(09:12) Ambassador Guilfoyle Forced Out
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[MUSIC] Ukraine's president tells NPR about a threat from the White House. >> Stop attacking Russian oil refineries, or we will stop sharing intelligence you use to defend yourself. We'll hear more from NPR's Joanna Kakesis' interview with Ukraine's president. >> I'm Stephen Scape with Michelle Martin, and this is Up First from NPR News. [MUSIC] Pope Leo is recovering from surgery after the Vatican announced he has lung cancer. Doctors remove part of his right lung, and experts say operating first may be a hopeful sign. >> And President Trump forced out his ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, after reports that she asked a donor to cover her hefty credit card bill and offer access to administration officials. Democrats say a resignation isn't enough. What does her exit mean for Trump's future appointees? Stay with us, we'll give you news you need to start your day. [MUSIC] Stay tuned for the following announcements and messages from our sponsors. >> This message comes from Prolon, wanna look and feel your best this fall? Prolon's five day fasting mimicking diet is a clinically developed nutrition program with the goal of promoting fat loss while protecting lean body mass. Developed at USC's Longevity Institute, it aims to assist the body in entering a fasting like state that helps reset metabolism, target visceral fat, and support healthy metabolic markers. Get 15% off plus a bonus gift when you subscribe at prolonlife.com/NPR. This message comes from Mattress Firm. Sharing a bed should not mean losing sleep every night. Their sleep experts will match you with a bed designed for more uninterrupted sleep, like a temper pedic made with unique temper material that absorbs motion so you can rest undisturbed. Right now, you can save up to $1,000 on select temper pedic split king sleep systems during the Black Friday sale. Visit Mattress Firm today to find your perfect sleep solution. They make sleep easy. >> This message comes from $80,000. They're a nonprofit and they're not asking you to buy anything. They want to help you find work that stays relevant, pays the bills, and makes a difference. Their career guide covers what makes for a dream job, how automation could affect your career choices, and how your work can have a positive impact. The new edition is an international bestseller, and it's free at 80,000hours.org/NPR. >> Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells NPR that the White House has threatened to cut off intelligence sharing with his country. >> Did we get any messages that it can be stopped if, yes? >> Yeah. >> Yes, my generals told me that we have such risk. >> Here's what's happening, President Trump wants Ukraine to stop long-range drone strikes on Russian oil refineries. He blames Ukraine for high fuel costs, and he has lifted sanctions on Russian diesel. Zelensky says Ukraine has not received intelligence on Russian ballistic missile strikes over the last two nights. >> NPR's Ukraine correspondent Joanna Kagesa spoke to President Zelensky in Kyiv on Tuesday, and it's with us now to tell us more about it. >> Hello.
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