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Vance wants to ‘turn over a new leaf’ as US-Iran talks start in Switzerland

Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the parliamentary speaker in Switzerland to discuss a nuclear deal and an interim war-ending pact. The high-level negotiations ended early Monday following tension over comments made by President Trump. Lower-level technical talks are scheduled to continue for the remainder of the week.

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High-level negotiations have concluded and transitioned to technical talks after a tense start caused by President Trump's comments.

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  1. US-Iran High-Level Swiss Talks Conclude with Technical Sessions Planned

    Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the parliamentary speaker in Switzerland to discuss a nuclear deal and an interim war-ending pact. The high-level negotiations ended early Monday following tension over comments made by President Trump. Lower-level technical talks are scheduled to continue for the remainder of the week.

    What's confirmed:

    • Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the parliamentary speaker at a Swiss resort.
    • JD Vance stated that President Trump wants the US to "turn over a new leaf" in its relations with Iran.
    • High-level negotiations in Switzerland aimed at a permanent end to the war concluded early Monday.
    • The US and Iran agreed to continue lower-level technical talks for the rest of the week.
    • The discussions focused on Tehran's nuclear program and an interim deal to end the war.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The US is seeking a permanent Middle East reset through these talks.
    • The US holds all the cards in Iran and will win regardless of the outcome.
    confidence 90%

  2. US and Iran Pause Nuclear Talks in Switzerland Amid Trump Threats

    Vice President JD Vance met with Iranian officials in Switzerland to discuss a nuclear program deal and a pact to end the war. The proceedings have been disrupted by fighting in Lebanon and threats from President Trump. Iran has since announced a pause in the negotiations.

    What's confirmed:

    • Vice President JD Vance traveled to Switzerland for nuclear talks with Iran.
    • The talks aimed to address Iran's nuclear program and a tentative pact to end the war.
    • Iran has announced a pause in the negotiations following threats from President Trump.
    • Fighting in Lebanon has complicated the peace talks.
    • Israel killed 16 people in Lebanon.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Iranian delegation left the talks venue specifically after a Trump threat according to state media.
    • President Trump threatened a "guardian angel" toll in the Strait of Hormuz.
    • The US hopes to "transform" the Middle East.
    confidence 90%