PUBLISHED: APR 12, 2026INDEXED: APR 14, 2026, 6:01 AM

NPR News: 04-12-2026 3AM EDT

Key Takeaways

  • US Iran nuclear negotiations reach impasse

    Vice president JD Vance led The US delegation and says no agreement was reached. He says a major roadblock was Iran not agreeing to end their nuclear weapons program. In the Middle East, The US says two warships have passed through the hotly contested Strait Of Hormuz.

    Dale Willman
  • Navy warships transit the Strait of Hormuz

    The defense department says two navy guided missile destroyers passed through the Strait Of Hormuz as the critical water passageway has become a key landmark in the ongoing conflict. US central command said that The US forces had begun setting conditions to clear Iranian sea mines planted throughout the waterway.

    Alana Wise
  • Artemis two lunar crew returns to Houston

    Victor, Christina, and Jeremy, we are we are bonded forever, and no one down here is ever gonna know what the four of us just went through. And it was the most special thing that will ever happen in my life.

    Reid Wiseman
  • Minnesota sues federal government over ICE investigations

    Minnesota sued the Trump administration in March, accusing it of withholding evidence in the shootings. Anytime law enforcement takes the life of a community member, it's really important that there be a thorough and complete investigation.

    Meg Anderson
  • Swalwell loses donors following sexual assault allegations

    Major supporters of California representative Eric Swalwell's bid for governor are now withholding that support. The move comes following allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman twice, including once when she worked for him.

    Dale Willman
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