Federal Worker Email Confusion, UN On Ukraine, Colorado River, France Surgeon Trial

This NPR Up First podcast covers several breaking news stories. The hosts discuss the US's differing stance with allies on the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the contrasting resolutions presented at the UN. They also report on the Trump administration's hold on funding for the Colorado River drought mitigation, and a massive child sex abuse trial in France involving a surgeon. The podcast concludes with brief mentions of other news items and NPR podcasts. The contrasting approaches of the US and its allies regarding the Ukraine conflict serves as a key example of the international political tensions discussed.