Episode

Iran 'Surprise Attack', Blanche Nomination Uncertain, Northeast Floods, and more

Podcast: CNN 5 Things
Published: Jul 29, 2026
Duration seconds: 473
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Summary

A “surprise” attack by Iran triggers rare US-Saudi strikes.  The Georgia school shooter gets life in prison without parole.  Todd Blanche nomination uncertain as key GOP Senators raise doubts. An unusually strong storm threatens the northeast with flash floods. Plus,  the World's longest continuous river race is underway on the Missouri River.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices