Sanctions waivers for Iranian oil to be issued soon, says Iranian negotiator
A draft has been finalized regarding sanctions waivers for Iranian oil, a member of Iran's team negotiating with the U.S. told state media on Sunday.
- Trump threatens fresh strikes on Iran if it does not stop its 'proxies in Lebanon'
- Vance hails 'historic meeting', at start of US-Iran talks in Switzerland
- Iran state media says nuclear programme not discussed in US talks
- Israel PM says troops to stay in south Lebanon 'as long as necessary'
- Strait of Hormuz remains closed, military source tells Iran's Fars news
- Vance hails 'historic meeting', at start of US-Iran talks in Switzerland
- Pakistan delegation arrives in Switzerland for US-Iran talks: PM's office
- Strait of Hormuz remains closed, military source tells Iran's Fars news
- Iran says not seeking nuclear weapon or relinquishing enrichment rights
- French foreign minister to meet Qatari PM in Switzerland on Monday, FM spokesperson says
French foreign minister to meet Qatari PM in Switzerland on Monday
French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barrot will meet the Prime Minister of Qatar on Monday in Switzerland where the United States and Iran are holding talks, the Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.
Iran warns US to 'be careful' after Trump threat
Over 25 million barrels of Iranian oil passed blockade since Monday, says Iran national oil company
More than 25 million barrels of Iranian oil have passed through the virtual blockade line since Monday, the head of the Iranian National Oil Company Hamid Bovard told state TV on Sunday.
FRANCE 24 analysis: US-Iran talks to focus on nuclear programme and ceasefire
FRANCE 24's international affairs editor Kethevane Gorjestani has this analysis on the US-Iran talks in Switzerland.
Iran state media says nuclear programme not discussed in US talks
Iranian state television reported on Sunday a pause in the US-Iran talks mediated by Pakistan and Qatar in Switzerland, and said that the Islamic republic's nuclear programme had not been discussed.
"No negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear programme took place during the 80-minute first round of talks," the state broadcaster said, adding that the focus had been on the implementation of the memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington, and the situation in Lebanon.
Up to 20,000 sailors remain trapped on ships in Strait of Hormuz
Up to 20,000 sailors remain trapped on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, which is being kept shut today by Iranians, as negotiations are under way in Switzerland between delegations from the US and Iran to finalise an interim agreement that would effectively reopen the strait to all vessels.
FRANCE 24 spoke to Phil Belcher, the marine director at International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (Intertanko), for his analysis.
Hezbollah chief rejects any Israeli security zone in Lebanon
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Sunday rejected any Israeli security zone in Lebanon, after Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed his troops would remain in the country's south for as long as necessary.
Israeli troops "remaining on Lebanese land is impossible. There are no security zones for Israel... we have a national army which deploys, and it is responsible for preserving sovereignty, and it is who we cooperate with," Qassem said in a televised address, adding that "Israel is an aggressor and must leave."
Israel PM says troops to stay in south Lebanon 'as long as necessary'
UKMTO receives report of tanker incident southeast of Al-shihr, Yemen
United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Sunday that a tanker reported being approached by a skiff carrying five armed individuals about 50 nautical miles southeast of Al-Shihr, Yemen.
The armed people appeared to be attempting to board the vessel, prompting the tanker to conduct evasive manoeuvres and alter course away from the skiff, UKMTO said.
The vessel has since resumed its voyage to its next port of call, with both the ship and crew reported safe, while authorities investigate the incident.
Israel army chief in south Lebanon, says Hezbollah in 'difficult position'
Israel's military chief said on Sunday that Hezbollah had suffered a severe blow fighting Israeli forces and was now in a "very difficult position", as he met with troops in southern Lebanon.
"Hezbollah has suffered a severe and significant blow, and we are committed to remaining prepared to continue operating and prevent its rebuilding," Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir said, according to a military statement. "Hezbollah is in a very difficult position."
Trump threatens fresh strikes on Iran if it does not stop its 'proxies in Lebanon'
US President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to strike Iran if it did not "immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble." as peace talks started in Switzerland.
Trump was referring to Hezbollah, which joined the Middle East war with attacks on Israel. Clashes in recent days between the two have threatened to derail the US-Iran preliminary peace deal.
If they don't, we'll hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder!!!" Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.
These kinds of ceasefires are always 'a little bit messy', Vance says
US and Iranian negotiators held a trilateral meeting with Qatari mediators as part of talks in Switzerland
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have held a trilateral meeting with Qatari mediators as part of talks in Switzerland, officials with knowledge of the situation told Reuters on Sunday.
Trump asked us to turn over 'a new leaf' in ties with Iranian people, Vance says
U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said President Donald Trump has asked to turn over "a new leaf" to transform the U.S relationship with Iran and that the technical talks that are starting in Switzerland would allow for both sides to sit together and work to resolve issues.
Vance hails 'historic meeting', at start of US-Iran talks in Switzerland
US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar in Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. Photo/AFP, Nathan Howard.
Mediator Qatar confirms launch of US-Iran talks in Switzerland
Mediating country Qatar on Sunday confirmed the start of talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland aimed at a permanent end to the Middle East war.
In a statement Qatar's foreign ministry announced "the launch of the Lake Lucerne Summit and the first meeting of the high-level committee with the participation of representatives from the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the two mediating states, the State of Qatar and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan".
The gas-rich emirate added it hoped the meetings would "lead to a comprehensive and lasting agreement addressing all aspects covered by the Memorandum of Understanding", referring to an accord signed by the US and Iran earlier this week.
Iran holds meeting with US, Qatar on Lebanon, frozen funds: state media
Iranian state television said on Sunday that delegations from Iran, Qatar and the United States were holding a meeting in Switzerland to discuss a ceasefire in Lebanon and Iran's frozen assets.
"A tripartite meeting involving Iran, the United States and Qatar on the subjects of a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon and Iran's blocked assets is currently being held at the negotiation venue," state broadcaster IRIB said in a report.
Yesterday's key developments:
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US President Donald Trump warned that the US could slap tolls on the Strait of Hormuz if negotiators failed to finalise a deal to end the war in Iran.
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Iran's negotiating team left for Switzerland for discussions on the implementation of the agreement signed between it and the United States to halt the Mideast war.
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Iran’s joint military command said that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and US “bad faith” and “its clear breach of its commitments” by failing to end the war.
(FRANCE 24 with Reuters, AP and AFP)
