NPR News: 08-09-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers Iran’s demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and former Defense Secretary Mark Esper’s call for multilateral economic pressure. It reports on escalating air attacks between Russia and Ukraine, widespread wildfires in the western U.S. and Canada, and Typhoon Dolphin’s impact on China. The broadcast also notes a fatal boat capsizing in New York Harbor, Syria reclaiming Russian military bases, and the death of NBA coach Don Nelson.
Topics discussed
Iran demands and Mark Esper's call for multilateral pressure
Escalating air attacks between Russia and Ukraine
Wildfires and evacuations in the US and Canada
Fatal boat capsizing in New York Harbor
Typhoon Dolphin hits China after sweeping Japan
Syria and Russia agree to end use of Mediterranean bases
Death of NBA legend Don Nelson
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