NPR News: 07-12-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News episode covers escalating tensions as the U.S. conducts airstrikes in Iran after Revolutionary Guards closed the Strait of Hormuz. It also reports on deadly wildfires in Spain and a severe heat wave sweeping across the United States. Additional stories include Justice Department subpoenas for New York Times journalists regarding Air Force One security, an Ebola case in Congo, and England’s World Cup semifinal victory.
Topics discussed
US airstrikes in Iran after Strait of Hormuz closure
Deadly wildfires and heatwave in Europe
Dangerous heat wave building across the US
Subpoenas issued to NYT journalists over Air Force One
US citizen tests positive for Ebola in Congo
England defeats Norway to reach World Cup semifinals
Argentina beats Switzerland; Noskova wins tennis title
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