Middle East Live: White House says Vance not heading to Switzerland Thursday for Iran talks
Summary
US Vice President JD Vance has postponed his trip to Switzerland for talks about the US-Iran agreement aimed at ending the war in the Middle East. Meanwhile, a US envoy said Iran will allow the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to inspect its nuclear sites as part of the effort to monitor Iran’s nuclear activities.Key Facts
- Vice President JD Vance delayed his planned visit to Switzerland for Iran talks originally set for Friday.
- The White House said the negotiation logistics are complicated and the visit will happen as soon as possible.
- US envoy Steve Witkoff told Congress that Iran will invite the IAEA to inspect nuclear sites and identify hidden nuclear material.
- A side letter between Iran and the IAEA extends the invitation for inspections, allowing US nuclear inspectors access to Tehran.
- Senators want to block Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel funds until the Pentagon releases reports on investigations, including one on an Iranian school strike.
- President Trump and Iran’s president signed a deal to end the war in the Middle East.
- Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, and the US lifted its naval blockade on Iranian ports.
- Oil prices dropped more than 3% after the announcement of the deal and reopening of the strait.
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