US and Iran trade fire after Trump threatens Tehran over stalled talks | First Thing

Iran stated that US attacks rendered a ceasefire "practically meaningless" on June 11, 2026, as peace talks with the United States have stalled for weeks. Both nations have engaged in periodic limited strikes and have blamed each other for violating the truce. Iran's objectives in the negotiations include the lifting of international sanctions, the unfreezing of billions of dollars in assets, and gaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. Former President Donald Trump has stipulated that any future peace agreement must prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, a claim Tehran denies pursuing. Separately, Bill Gates expressed support for the release of all files related to Jeffrey Epstein, hoping that survivors of Epstein's crimes would receive justice.