The World from PRX

Israel-Iran war continues for 5th day as residents flee

Full Episode
48:37

The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv, Israel, June 18, 2025.

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Israelis and Iranians spent the day today fleeing or hiding from the back-and-forth bombing between their two countries. Also, a member of the Irish rap group Kneecap faces a terrorism-related charge. And, the Louvre museum in Paris closes down as staff members protest working conditions. Plus, Switzerland offers 370,000 bunkers, enough to shelter all 9 million residents for up to two weeks during a national emergency.

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In This Episode

Israel-Iran war continues for a 5th day
2:32
Irish rap group Kneecap back in the spotlight — this time in court
5:56
Louvre closed in Paris due to a common European frustration: overtourism
5:02
Mali provisionally seizes gold mine owned by Canadian company
5:35
Need a place to get away? Maybe a Swiss bunker
1:57
As Netanyahu and Khamenei face off, what’s the end game?
Special Coverage
17:13
Spain finds many guilty in Iberian blackout
4:03
The ambient recordings of Masma Dream World
4:31