NPR News: 08-10-2026 7PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers Iran’s tough conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting scarcity of Patriot missiles for Ukraine. It reports on the start of the trial for Dwayne Davis, accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s murder, and Turkey’s peace initiative involving Kurdish militants. The broadcast also notes the death of livestreamed bald eagle Jackie and Andy Green’s attempt to break the land speed record.
Topics discussed
Iran's conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz
Ukraine's struggle for Patriot missile systems
Trial begins for man accused of Tupac Shakur's killing
Turkey debates suspending sentences for Kurdish militants
Beloved livestream bald eagle Jackie dies
Andy Green attempts to break land speed record
Rising rates of black lung disease in coal miners
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