The Latest Breaking News from Switzerland

‘Won't return to pre-war conditions’: Iran says Hormuz will be administered by them

In a bold statement, Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, affirmed Tehran's control over the crucial Strait of Hormuz, dismissing any pre-war stipulations. Concurrently, negotiations in Switzerland culminated in securing $12 billion worth of Iranian assets stuck overseas. Additionally, Iran consented to create a communication framework to monitor maritime activities…

The Times of India · Jun 23

Iran rejects Vance's claims of Tehran allowing nuclear inspectors, says interactions with IAEA based on 'safeguards agreements'

Iran has refuted US Vice President JD Vance's claims of agreeing to allow international nuclear inspectors, stating engagement with the IAEA will strictly adhere to existing safeguards and domestic laws. While Vance described recent US-Iran talks in Switzerland as highly productive, laying groundwork for a deal, Iranian officials indicated no…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Vance says talks with Iranian officials set 'good foundation' for a deal to end the war

Vice President JD Vance says his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a good foundation for a final deal to end the Iran war

The Independent UK · Jun 22

Vance hails 'good foundation' for Iran deal after direct talks

BURGENSTOCK — United States Vice President JD Vance declared Monday that a "very good foundation" had been laid for negotiations towards a final deal with Iran, after a marathon session of direct talks at a mountain-top resort Switzerland.

Bangkok Post · Jun 22

Iran and US make progress on Hormuz despite Trump's explosive threats

JD Vance said 18 hours of talks in Switzerland had "laid a very good foundation" after both sides agreed a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain Lebanon's ceasefire, even as Trump threatened to hit Iran "only harder".

Euronews · Jun 22

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's stunned reaction to Iran delegation walking out of peace talks goes viral - video

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appeared visibly stunned after Iran's delegation briefly walked out of high-level peace talks at the Burgenstock resort in Switzerland on Sunday, reportedly in protest against US President Donald Trump's renewed threats towards Tehran. The incident occurred during negotiations involving Iran, the United States, Pakistan and…

The Times of India · Jun 22

Iran Appeared To Snub Vance on Camera, Then Recessed the Swiss Talks After a Trump Threat Detonated the Room

US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland were disrupted by President Trump's threats, causing tensions and a temporary recess. Despite challenges, mediators remain optimistic about reaching a future agreement.

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

Trump tore up Obama's Iran deal. His own version now faces the Hormuz & Lebanon test

US President Donald Trump spent years attacking Barack Obama’s Iran nuclear deal. He called it weak, dangerous and one of the worst agreements America had ever signed.

The Times of India · Jun 22

Until the mid-1980s, a Swiss husband could decide key family matters, including the family home: On 22 September 1985, 52% of men rejected reform, but women’s votes pushed it through

Switzerland's 1985 referendum redefined marriage, shifting from a husband-dominated hierarchy to an equal partnership. This landmark vote saw a clear gender divide, with women overwhelmingly supporting the reform and men largely opposing it, ultimately leading to the law's passage. The change acknowledged women's evolving roles and recognized domestic labor's value,…

The Times of India · Jun 22

U.S., Iran Set Roadmap To Reach Final Deal Within 60 Days In 'Constructive' Talks

The U.S. and Iran set up a roadmap to reach a final deal to end the war within 60 days following talks in Switzerland.

International Business Times · Jun 22