J.D. Vance Says Nuclear Progress Made as Iran Talks Continue in Switzerland

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said on Monday that there has been progress on the nuclear file despite Iran’s denial, and that Tehran has agreed to invite international inspectors into the country. He called that “a very important step” and said the groundwork had been laid for a final agreement with Iran, with technical talks set to continue through the week.

Vance added, “We expect a visit from the International Atomic Energy Agency as early as this week, maybe even today.” He also said the talks were creating a mechanism for Hezbollah’s disarmament, while preserving both Israeli security and Lebanese sovereignty.

Separately, Iran’s IRNA news agency reported that the Iranian delegation left Birgittstock, Switzerland, where direct talks with the United States were held, and was heading back to Tehran after about 18 hours of intensive negotiations and consultations. The talks took place in Switzerland.

After the talks ended, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei told IRNA that one result was a joint statement by the two mediators, drafted in coordination and consultation with Iran and the United States. He said a senior committee would be created to oversee implementation of the memorandum of understanding, including the first clause, which calls for an immediate and permanent halt to military activity on all fronts, including Lebanon.