Technical discussions between the United States and Iran concluded successfully in Switzerland on Tuesday, paving the way for higher-level negotiations between the two nations, according to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi.
The next phase of talks will be led by senior officials from both countries, including Iran’s Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and U.S. Vice President JD Vance, as outlined in a joint statement from mediators Qatar and Pakistan.
The joint statement, released Monday morning, characterized the talks as occurring in a “positive and constructive atmosphere,” though it noted that the Iranian delegation temporarily walked out of negotiations on Sunday night in protest against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to resume strikes unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened.
During his departure from Switzerland, Ghalibaf addressed reporters, stating: “When implementing a ceasefire and ending the war becomes difficult, we can resolve it either through missiles or through negotiations.”
Ghalibaf further emphasized to Vance: “We are here engaged in talks, and according to the signed understanding, the first clause states that there should be no threats or coercion. Yet today, your president has issued threats. Understand that we never negotiate under threats or pressure.”
The joint statement also announced the establishment of a High-Level Committee for political oversight during future talks, with chief negotiators reporting regularly to the committee. The roadmap aims to reach a final agreement within 60 days.
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