12AM ET 06/22/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 12AM ET, June 22, 2026

Host: Sue Guzman (FOX News)
Date: June 22, 2026
Episode Theme:
A brief, impactful rundown of the latest U.S. and international news, covering U.S.–Iran negotiations, a D.C. vandalism case, a massive warehouse fire in California, tensions involving Israel, Lebanon, and Iran, a violent crime manhunt in the Midwest, and World Cup security.

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Main Topics & Detailed Breakdown

1. U.S.–Iran Peace Talks Begin in Switzerland

Timestamps: 00:02 – 00:52

• Overview: Talks between the U.S. and Iran commenced in Switzerland after a memorandum of understanding was signed to reach a comprehensive deal within 60 days. Diplomacy is under high strain.
• Key Details:
  • Aimed at a long-term peace deal, specifically with regard to Iran’s nuclear program.
  • Pakistan and Qatar serve as mediators.
  • Negotiations face obstacles, exacerbated by tense rhetoric from U.S. President Trump.
• Memorable Quotes:
  • Jackie Ibanez: “President Trump threatened Tehran's delegation during negotiations. He says the US could resume bombing and take over the Strait of Hormuz if a deal is not reached.” (00:32)
  • Iran’s top negotiator has “strongly condemned” Trump’s remarks.
  • Talks so far include discussion of the Strait of Hormuz’s status and enforcement of the Lebanon ceasefire.

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2. Vandalism at D.C.'s Reflecting Pool – Former Olympian Arrested

Timestamps: 00:52 – 01:15

• Incident: A former U.S. Olympian among several people arrested for vandalizing the newly renovated Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C.
• Official Response:
  • Repairs underway amid a tight deadline for completion before the America's 250th July 4th celebration.
  • Jeanine Pirro (U.S. attorney for D.C.): “There are several citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.” (01:06)
  • Continued maintenance due to algae and peeling coating issues.

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3. Southern California Cold Storage Warehouse Fire

Timestamps: 01:15 – 01:51

• Status: Ongoing fire since Wednesday, causing a state of emergency.
• Operations:
  • Firefighters focused on containing damage and preventing spread to “cooler one.”
  • Fire Chief Jaime Moore: “Again, this building is 1,000ft by 500ft and cooler one has not had any fire impinge in it.” (01:40)
• Challenges: The size and complexity of the fire strain local emergency resources.

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4. Iran, Israel, and Lebanon Tensions

Timestamps: 03:02 – 03:52

• Diplomatic Complexity: While Iran negotiates with the U.S., it continues to influence conflicts in Lebanon, primarily through Hezbollah.
• Israel’s Position:
  • Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon notes bilateral talks with Lebanese leaders, emphasizing efforts to exclude Iranian proxies.
  • Danny Danon: “It's a warning sign because it shows us that Iran, they actually – they still have interest in the region.” (03:36)
• U.S. Pressure:
  • President Trump uses Truth Social to pressure Iran into restraining Hezbollah, warning of intense military consequences if not.

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5. Midwest Manhunt: Oscar Sanchez Munoz

Timestamps: 03:52 – 04:43

• Situation: Police pursue Oscar Sanchez Munoz, suspect in multiple violent incidents across Kansas and Missouri.
• Recent Developments:
  • Blamed for five highway shootings near Kansas City; later involved in a standoff where a house was set on fire.
  • Sanchez Munoz escaped; his family left homeless after the incident.
  • Wanted for a separate Kansas shooting earlier in the month.
• Impact:
  • At least one fatality, several serious injuries. Proximity to World Cup matches at Arrowhead Stadium raises security concerns.
  • Madison Scarpino: “After that string of shootings, police found Sanchez Munoz about 10 miles away at a home in Independence, Missouri, where there was then an intense overnight standoff.” (04:13)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jackie Ibanez (on tense negotiations):
  “President Trump threatened Tehran’s delegation during negotiations. He says the US could resume bombing and take over the Strait of Hormuz if a deal is not reached.” (00:32)

• Jeanine Pirro (on vandalism prosecution):
  “There are several citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.” (01:06)

• Fire Chief Jaime Moore (on major fire containment):
  “This building is 1,000ft by 500ft and cooler one has not had any fire impinge in it. So it hasn’t been fully involved.” (01:40)

• Danny Danon (on Iranian influence):
  “It's a warning sign because it shows us that Iran, they actually – they still have interest in the region.” (03:36)

• Madison Scarpino (on violent suspect):
  “After that string of shootings, police found Sanchez Munoz about 10 miles away…where there was then an intense overnight standoff. The standoff ended with the home getting set on fire. Sanchez Munoz was then nowhere to be found...” (04:13)

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Timeline of Key Segments

• 00:02 – U.S./Iran peace negotiations: key risks, mediation, diplomatic tensions
• 00:52 – Reflecting Pool vandalism arrests, impact on America 250 celebration
• 01:15 – California cold storage warehouse fire
• 03:02 – Israel, Lebanon, and Iranian proxy issues; U.S. pressure increases
• 03:52 – Midwest manhunt for violent crime suspect, World Cup security concerns

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Transcript

[Sue Guzman]

These talks conclude for the day. I'm Sue Guzman, Fox News. U.S. and Iran kicking off talks in Switzerland Sunday after signing a memorandum of understanding to reach a final deal within 60 days. The discussions have been strained as we hear from Fox's Jackie Ibanez.

[Jackie Ibanez]

The negotiations are aimed at securing a long term peace deal while also addressing Iran's nuclear program. They have about 60 days to reach a deal. Pakistan and Qatar are mediating. The talks have reportedly hit obstacles along the way. This after President Trump threatened Tehran's delegation during negotiations. He says the US could resume bombing and take over the Strait of Hormuz if a deal is not reached. Iran's top negotiator strongly condemned the remarks. A US Official says the talks have covered several issues, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and enforcing the ceasefire in Lebanon.

[Sue Guzman]

A former US Olympian is among several people arrested for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated reflecting pool in the nation's capital. U.S. attorney for D.C. see Jeanine Pirro.

[Jeanine Pirro]

The president has made it a priority to make D.C. not only safe, but beautiful. And there are several citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.

[Sue Guzman]

The historic reflecting pool now undergoing repairs again after reports of algae and peeling coating resurfaced. Crews working round the clock to try to finish those repairs before the 4th of July. America 250 celebration. Fire crews still have their hands full with a fire at a cold storage warehouse in Southern California where a state of emergency is in effect. Fire Chief Jaime Moore we split this

[Jaime Moore]

building in half and we've been concentrating on saving what we call cooler one. Again, this building is 1,000ft by 500ft and cooler one has not had any fire impinge in it. So it hasn't been fully involved.

[Sue Guzman]

Fire officials say the massive fire has been burning since Wednesday and is very complex to firefighters. America is listening to FOX News.

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[Sue Guzman]

Israel's Ambassador to the United nations says his nation is negotiating with Lebanon and cannot understand Iran's interference with it. We have more from fox's Grinnell Scott

[Grinnell Scott]

as Iran negotiates with the US to end hostilities in its own nation. Iran is also focused on Lebanon and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon said on Fox News Sunday his nation is talking to Lebanese leaders to bring freedom to

[Danny Danon]

their nation with Lebanese government, the Lebanese military and without the presence of the proxies of Iran. But you know, it's a warning sign because it shows us that Iran, they actually they still have interest in the region.

[Grinnell Scott]

On truth social President Trump urged Iran to control Hezbollah fighters or face being hit very hard militarily. Once again, Grinal Scott, FOX News Authorities

[Sue Guzman]

are on the hunt for a man connected to multiple violent incidents across Kansas and Missouri. Details from fox's Madison Scarpino.

[Madison Scarpino]

The suspect, Oscar Sanchez Muno, is considered armed and dangerous. The intense search for Sanchez Munoz comes as police say he's responsible for multiple violent incidents in both Missouri and Kansas. He's the prime suspect in five shootings on a highway Tuesday night in Kansas City. After that string of shootings, police found Sanchez Munoz about 10 miles away at a home in Independence, Missouri, where there was then a intense overnight standoff. The standoff ended with the home getting set on fire. Sanchez Munoz was then nowhere to be found and the reported brother of the suspect saying their family now has no place to live. All of this is happening as Sanchez Munoz is wanted for a separate shooting in Kansas earlier this month.

[Sue Guzman]

At least one person was killed in those shooting. Several others sustained serious injuries. This happened just miles away from Arrowhead Stadium. That's where several FIFA World cup matches were being played. I'm Sue Guzman. This is FOX News.

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