Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes his case for future NATO membership at the NATO summit – July 7, 2026

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes his case for future NATO membership and calls for more aid at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Questions about the purpose of the war in Iran grow as the US strikes Iran and rescinds oil sale license after missiles are fired at ships in the Straight of Hormuz. Maine senate hopeful Graham Platner continues to lose support in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations. New White House report accuses Smithsonian Institute of radical activist agenda. Two California detention centers are sold to the Department of Homeland Security for $1 billion. California lawmakers debate bill to limit Alameda County nonprofit funding. (Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. / AP Photo, Richard Drew) The post Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes his case for future NATO membership at the NATO summit – July 7, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.