NPR News: 05-24-2026 4PM EDT

Nora Raum· Host0:00

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Nora Raum. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said it's possible that soon there'll be, quote, "good news" on a deal with Iran to end the latest Mideast war. NPR's Diaa Hadid reports.

Diaa Hadid0:15

The Secretary of State spoke to media with his Indian counterpart, S. Jaishankar.

Marco Rubio· Soundbite0:20

I do think perhaps there is the possibility that over the next few hours, the world will get some good news.

Diaa Hadid0:25

Rubio said good news would be in regards to the Strait of Hormuz, a key global route for oil and gas. It's been blocked since the war began, pushing up fuel and food prices. Rubio says the good news would also likely involve- A process that can ultimately, uh, leave us where the president wants us to be, and that is a world that no longer has to be in fear or worry about an Iranian nuclear weapon. Still, statements by both sides suggest they remain far apart on what Iran will do with its enriched uranium. Diaa Hadid, NPR News, New Delhi.

Nora Raum· Host0:59

The Justice Department has removed hundreds of online records related to the January 6th insurrection from its website. The Trump administration calls the material political messaging, while critics argue it's an effort to reshape public memory of the Capitol attack. NPR's Windsor Johnston reports.

Windsor Johnston1:18

The deleted records include news releases detailing the criminal charges, convictions, and prison sentences tied to the January 6th attack on the US Capitol Building. The Justice Department says the material