RNN August 9th 2026

Strait of Hormuz Deadlock: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is conditional on the U.S. meeting Iran's specific demands, keeping global oil supply routes on edge. Gaza Peace Plan Rejected: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally rejected a U.S.-backed 15-point peace proposal from the Board of Peace, stating IDF forces will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed and reiterating opposition to a Palestinian state. Western U.S. Heatwave: Triple-digit temperatures and strong winds are straining power grids and triggering red flag warnings across eight states, with firefighters battling the growing Canyon Fire north of Los Angeles.