NPR News: 07-13-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News update covers escalating U.S.-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, which have stalled diplomacy and raised oil prices. It reports on the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, scrutiny of the Memphis Safe Task Force following deadly shootings, and a fatal pub fire in Bangkok. Additionally, the broadcast notes Senator Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization and Yannick Sinner’s Wimbledon victory.
Topics discussed
U.S. and Iran clash over Strait of Hormuz control
Tributes for Senator Lindsey Graham after his death
Memphis Safe Task Force scrutiny after shootings
Deadly fire at Bangkok pub kills at least 27
Senator Mitch McConnell hospitalized after fall
Yannick Sinner wins second consecutive Wimbledon
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