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5 min readThis NPR News Now broadcast from May 11, 2026, recaps escalating Middle East conflicts centered on Iran and Israel-Lebanon clashes, President Trump's upcoming China visit amid these tensions, a proposed US expansion of fertility benefits, an update on imprisoned Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi, and the death of former Anti-Defamation League director Abe Foxman.
Iran Disrupts Strait of Hormuz Amid Protests and Demands
Reports highlight protests or statements calling for an end to an unspecified war and the lifting of a US blockade on Iranian ports, among other demands. Iran continues to stall all commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil trade. This action exacerbates economic pressures and heightens risks to international maritime routes. Correspondent Bears Chamber Keith is cited in coverage, though specifics on the protests' scale or organizers remain unmentioned.
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- 1 (00:13) **Iran Strait of Hormuz Standoff** - Iran demands end to war and US blockade while stalling commercial shipping
- 2 (00:23) **Trump's China Visit** - Trump heads to China amid trade truce and new Iran challenges; Iran's FM recently met Chinese counterpart
- 3 (00:59) **Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon** - Strikes kill 87 per Lebanese Health Ministry, including family of nine and 12-year-old girl
- 4 (01:45) **Hezbollah Drone Attack** - Kills Israeli command sergeant major; Israel-Lebanon talks set for Washington Thursday
- 5 (02:00) **Fertility Benefits Expansion** - Trump admin proposes rule allowing employers to offer separate fertility plans up to $120K cap
- 6 (03:00) **Narges Mohammadi Hospital Transfer** - Imprisoned Nobel laureate moved to Tehran hospital after cell collapse, suspected heart attack
- 7 (04:11) **Abraham Foxman Death** - Former ADL national director dies; led group 1987-2015, advised leaders, supported immigrant/gay rights
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