Global News Podcast US, Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz
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May 8, 2026 
Catherine Belton, Washington Post Russia reporter and author, outlines Russia's economic strain and elite tensions. Steve Rosenberg, BBC Russia editor in Moscow, reports on scaled‑back Victory Day plans and security fears. David Willis, BBC North America correspondent, covers the US‑Iran naval clash in the Strait of Hormuz and its diplomatic fallout. Multiple short, sharp conversations explore these unfolding stories.
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Strait Of Hormuz Clash Tests Fragile Ceasefire
- The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, testing a fragile month-long ceasefire after Iran allegedly targeted three US destroyers.
- President Trump called US strikes a "love tap" and said the ceasefire still stands while Iran called it a violation and reported explosions on Quesem Island.
Peace Proposal Faces Tests From Repeated Skirmishes
- A reported US proposal to end the war could include a nuclear moratorium, sanctions relief, release of frozen funds, and freer Strait transit.
- David Willis warns repeated skirmishes risk undermining negotiations and the truce's durability.
Moscow Scales Back Victory Day Amid Drone Fears
- Moscow scaled back its Victory Day parade with no tanks or missiles on Red Square amid fears of Ukrainian drone attacks.
- Locals expressed nervousness and authorities planned mobile internet restrictions to reduce drone risks.