NPR News: 06-21-2026 10PM EDT

Dan Ronan· Host0:00

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Dan Ronan. The new round of U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland faltered today after President Trump's most recent threat to attack Iran if it doesn't stop supporting its proxy, Hezbollah. Negotiations are expected to continue through the night. NPR's Shondelise Duster reports.

Shondelise Duster0:21

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Switzerland became tense Sunday after President Trump threatened to attack the country if it doesn't stop Hezbollah from, quote, "causing trouble." Trump said in a social media post the U.S. would, quote, "hit Iran very hard if it doesn't stop Hezbollah's actions in Lebanon." Iran's lead negotiator responded, writing on social media for the U.S. to be careful, and that its armed forces are prepared to respond in a different manner. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said during a summit on Sunday that it won't make peace with Lebanon until Hezbollah is dismantled.

Benjamin Netanyahu· Soundbite0:56

We established a security zone in Lebanon, and we shall keep it as long as is necessary.

Shondelise Duster1:02

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said on Sunday that for the first time since the war between Israel and Hezbollah, it has recorded no attacks from either side. Shondelise Duster, NPR News.

Dan Ronan· Host1:14

Under the Trump administration, hundreds of experts have been dismissed from federal advisory committees. NPR's Kadia Riddle reports.

Kadia Riddle1:22

The Trump administration has given little explanation for disbanding these committees. An executive order says it will reduce government waste,