US hails 'good progress' with Iran after first round of talks concludes
Summary
The first round of talks between the United States and Iran took place in Switzerland and produced some agreements. US Vice President JD Vance said the discussions created a good foundation for a final deal to end the Middle East war that began in February.Key Facts
- Talks were held near Stansstad, Switzerland, on June 21 and 22, 2026.
- US Vice President JD Vance met with Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.
- Both sides agreed on some points despite some difficult moments during the talks.
- The goal is to end the conflict in the Middle East involving the US and Israel that started in February.
- The talks are part of a mediation effort to find a peaceful solution.
- The negotiations included discussions about regional issues, including the conflict in Lebanon.
- The talks happened while President Trump threatened military strikes on Iran.
- Israel resumed airstrikes in Lebanon during the US-Iran talks.
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