US-Iran Talks in Switzerland Conclude with Roadmap for Technical Discussions
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- US and Iranian officials concluded their first round of talks in Switzerland, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan.
- Both sides agreed on a roadmap for further technical discussions on nuclear issues, sanctions, and conflict de-escalation in Lebanon, aiming for a deal within 60 days.
- Tensions remain high with ongoing conflict in Lebanon and threats exchanged between the US and Iran.
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Talks between the US and Iran, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, are taking place amid heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Both sides have exchanged threats, but a roadmap for de-escalation has been agreed upon.
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Published 06/21/2026Published June 21, 2026
According to mediators from Qatar and Pakistan, the talks between United States and Iranian officials in Switzerland have ended with both sides agreeing on a roadmap. Technical talks will continue. Follow DW for more.
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What you need to know
Both the US and Iranian delegations were in Switzerland on Sunday for talks
According to mediators from Qatar and Pakistan, the talks ended with both sides agreeing on a roadmap
The US delegation is headed by Vice President JD Vance, who arrived on Sunday morning
Iran's delegation, headed by Parliamentary Speaker Bagher Qalibaf, arrived earlier
Talks are happening amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran said it was closing following Israel's attacks in Lebanon
Hezbollah and Israel are blaming one another for breaking the latest ceasefire
Israel says it will remain in south Lebanon 'security zone' which Lebanese officials refer to as an occupation
Read here for the latest developments on the Iran war and the wider Middle East on Sunday, June 21.
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Technical talks will continue for the remainder of the week.
Sehr wahrscheinlich · Innerhalb von Tagen
A final deal between US and Iran will be reached within 60 days.
Möglich · Innerhalb von Monaten
Offene Fragen
- Will technical talks lead to a lasting deal?
- Can the conflict in Lebanon be resolved?
- Will Iran's nuclear program be addressed?
