US Vice President JD Vance said on Monday that technical talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland had made significant progress, including agreements on maritime security, regional stability and nuclear oversight, as efforts continued to ease tensions in West Asia.
Speaking to reporters after the discussions at Burgenstock, JD Vance described the negotiations as a “very productive 36 hours” and said both sides had established a mechanism to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and secure. He said the talks had also produced a framework to support a regional ceasefire and manage potential flashpoints, including issues involving Israel and Lebanon.
Vance said Iran had agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country, calling it an important step toward ensuring Tehran does not develop nuclear weapons. However, he stressed that any agreement would depend on verification and Iran’s actions rather than its promises.
The talks are part of a 14-point memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities in the region. Vance said technical negotiations would continue, with both Washington and Tehran leaving teams behind to advance discussions.
On the issue of frozen Iranian assets, Vance said any decision to unfreeze funds would be linked to continued progress in negotiations.
Meanwhile, Switzerland welcomed the outcome of the diplomatic exchanges involving the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar. In a post on X, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said the establishment of a High-Level Committee and an agreed roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days marked an important step forward, while reaffirming its support for dialogue, de-escalation and regional stability.
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