NPR News: 07-13-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News update covers U.S. airstrikes against Iran aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz, following Iranian attacks on commercial shipping. The broadcast reports the death of Senator Lindsey Graham from an aortic tear and actor Sam Neill from lymphoma. Additionally, it details extreme heat warnings across the U.S., wildfires in France, a deadly pub fire in Thailand, and the Men's World Cup semifinal matchups.
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U.S. airstrikes against Iran and Strait of Hormuz tensions
Death of Senator Lindsey Graham and succession plans
Actor Sam Neill dies at 78
Extreme heat warnings across western and northern U.S.
Forest fire south of Paris forces evacuations
Deadly fire at pub in Bangkok, Thailand
Men's World Cup soccer semifinal matchups
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