NPR News: 08-07-2026 7PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers a stalled Strait of Hormuz agreement due to conflicting US and Iranian control demands. President Trump criticizes Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s pause on data center approvals amid energy concerns. Puerto Rico begins water rationing as a historic drought impacts San Juan. Additionally, Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia sign a mutual defense pact, while the Pentagon releases new UFO files.
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Dispute over Strait of Hormuz control
Trump criticizes Texas data center pause
Puerto Rico implements water rationing
Mutual defense pact signed by Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Pentagon releases new UFO files
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