Negotiations between the United States and Iran persisted late into the night in Switzerland. US officials stated that talks were active, with confidence in progress made on Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz, and Lebanon’s ceasefire. The discussions, initiated by Vice President JD Vance, were ongoing, with the US delegation engaged in continuous meetings since Vance’s arrival earlier in the day.
Vance expressed satisfaction with the progress made during the initial day of talks at the Burgenstock resort. He anticipated further advancements, emphasizing the positive developments achieved so far. The American delegation, according to a senior US diplomat involved in the negotiations, has been in constant discussions since the Vice President’s arrival in Switzerland.
Addressing rumors of the Iranian delegation’s departure, the official clarified that talks were still ongoing. The negotiations have centered on key issues arising after the preliminary US-Iran agreement earlier in the week. Topics included clarifying Iran’s messaging on the Strait of Hormuz and establishing mechanisms to ensure its openness, along with addressing security concerns in Lebanon.
Vance remained optimistic about stabilizing Lebanon despite existing tensions. The negotiators also made headway on Iran’s nuclear program, engaging in comprehensive discussions on all aspects of the deal. The plan is to continue addressing these issues and use the progress made as a foundation for future technical talks.
