Iran, US Begin Technical Talks in Switzerland with Pakistani, Qatari Mediation

Updated: 8:24 PM PKT — June 23, 2026

Pakistan and Qatar have issued a joint statement following the first round of high-level Iran-US talks in Switzerland, confirming a 60-day roadmap has been established to reach a final agreement. The talks were held under the framework of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

A high-level committee has been agreed upon to provide political supervision for the mediation process. This committee will receive regular reports from chief negotiators who will lead working groups on nuclear issues, sanctions, monitoring, and conflict resolution.

To prevent misunderstandings, a direct communication line has been established between the parties to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, a de-confliction cell, including the parties and Lebanon, will be created with the support of mediating nations to oversee the cessation of military operations in Lebanon. Technical negotiations on all matters are set to continue in Bürgenstock.

Updated: 7:44 PM PKT — June 23, 2026

In an interview, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stated that the purpose of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US is to end the war and begin negotiations. He said that a ceasefire has been reached and that the memorandum includes technical and political elements covering nuclear issues, security, and regional matters like the Strait of Hormuz. The Prime Minister noted that a framework, established with Pakistan’s cooperation, was created to protect and strengthen the negotiation process. He also commented on the situation in Lebanon, stating that the Israeli occupation of Lebanese land must end.

Updated: 5:39 PM PKT — June 23, 2026

The first round of high-level talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland has concluded with an agreement on several key points, according to a joint statement from mediators Pakistan and Qatar. The parties have agreed on a roadmap to reach a final peace deal within 60 days.

Key outcomes from the initial talks include:

• The creation of a “de-confliction cell” for Lebanon, facilitated by the mediators, to ensure the termination of military operations in the country.
• The establishment of a “communication line” to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

While the high-level delegations have concluded their meetings, technical talks are set to continue at the Burgenstock resort.

Updated: 5:55 AM PKT — June 23, 2026

As technical negotiations between the US and Iran continue, reports on June 22 also confirmed parallel diplomatic activity, with the Iranian negotiation team holding talks in Oman and meeting with the Omani Foreign Minister.

Updated: 3:45 PM PKT — June 22, 2026

As technical talks between Iran and the United States continue in Switzerland, the Swiss Foreign Ministry has commented that a previously agreed-upon roadmap created a ‘favorable environment’ for the immediate resumption of negotiations. The current discussions, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, are focused on establishing the mechanisms for implementing their memorandum of understanding and forming technical working groups.

The Iranian delegation is led by Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, while the main negotiating team, headed by Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has returned to Tehran following the conclusion of the first high-level round of talks.

Updated: 3:12 PM PKT — June 22, 2026

High-level talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland have concluded with an agreement on a roadmap for a final deal within 60 days, Pakistani and Qatari mediators announced. The discussions, held under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, were described as positive and constructive, also establishing a high-level committee for political oversight. Technical talks are set to continue.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed satisfaction at the “successful conclusion” and commended the leadership of both nations. He paid special tribute to Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir for his “untiring efforts” in ensuring the talks’ success. While mediators said communication lines were established to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, an Iranian official stated that discussions on Tehran’s nuclear program were “very brief” and without detail.