NPR News: 07-21-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers the U.S. military’s tenth night of strikes on Iran amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The episode also reports on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s response to President Trump’s threatened tariffs and recovery efforts in Texas following severe flooding. Additionally, it details the sentencing of Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael Zambada to life in prison and the approach of Tropical Storm Bertha.
Topics discussed
U.S. military strikes on Iran and Strait of Hormuz tensions
Canada reacts to Trump's threat of new 50% tariffs
Texas communities recover from heavy flooding
Gulf Coast prepares for Tropical Storm Bertha
Sinaloa cartel leader El Mayo sentenced to life in prison
Gas prices rise above $4 amid U.S.-Iran conflict
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