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Iran Suspend Negotiations as Trump Threats Escalate, Apology Set as Condition for Peace Talks Return

Iran has suspended peace talks with the US in Switzerland after Trump's aggressive statements, demanding an apology and Israeli military withdrawal from southern Lebanon before resuming negotiations.

International Business Times UK · Jun 21

What's the state of the Strait?

US and Iranian officials have begun talks in Switzerland, just five days into a 60-day ceasefire agreement that already appears under strain. Tehran claims it has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing the continued fighting in Lebanon, while Washington says the talks are focused on ending Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions…

France 24 · Jun 21

Iran warns US to 'be careful' after Trump threat

Iran has cautioned the US to "be careful" following President Trump's threats to strike over Hezbollah support, even as both nations engage in crucial talks in Switzerland to end the Middle East war. Despite hopes for a new era, disagreements persist, with Iran vowing retaliation and Israel reinforcing its presence…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

'You won't make it back to your country': Amid US-Iran talks, Trump warns Tehran against closing Strait of Hormuz

As the United States and Iran opened talks in Switzerland aimed at ending their war, US President Donald Trump claimed on Sunday that he had spoken overnight with Iranian officials and recounted an expletive-filled warning he allegedly delivered to them: if the Strait of Hormuz was shut again, they "wouldn't…

The Times of India · Jun 21

'Will hit harder': Trump threatens fresh military action against Iran amid Switzerland peace talks

US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran "harder" if it continued backing groups that, according to Washington, are destabilising Lebanon, prompting a sharp response from Tehran, whose chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran would not be intimidated by US threats and that its armed forces were prepared to…

The Times of India · Jun 21

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Tense high-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week.

AAP · Jun 21

Peace Deal on the Brink? US-Iran Talks Open in Switzerland as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Threatens to Blow Up Fragile Ceasefire

US and Iran engage in crucial peace talks in Switzerland to solidify a fragile ceasefire amidst tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy markets

International Business Times UK · Jun 21

'Have made great progress': US VP JD Vance holds talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland to get negotiations back on track

US Vice President JD Vance engaged in high-level meetings with Iranian officials in Switzerland, marking a crucial step towards solidifying a recent interim agreement. The key discussions revolved around encouraging Iran's adherence to nuclear talks and pursuing a comprehensive ceasefire in the region, notably addressing the escalating conflict in Lebanon.…

The Times of India · Jun 21

'An Indian and a Pakistani': JD Vance names two 'very important' people in his life as PM Sharif looks on

US vice president JD Vance has said the two most important people in his life are an Indian and a Pakistani, naming his wife and second lady Usha Vance and Pakistan’s field marshal Asim Munir during remarks linked to US-Iran diplomatic talks in Switzerland.

The Times of India · Jun 21

JD Vance calls ceasefire 'a little messy', says US has made 'great progress' in Iran nuclear talks

US Vice President JD Vance announced significant headway in diplomatic talks with Iran, aiming for a lasting shift in Middle Eastern relations. Speaking from Switzerland, Vance highlighted President Trump's directive to pursue a diplomatic route for resolving regional issues and fostering a new chapter with the Iranian people. The core…

The Economic Times · Jun 21