JD Vance makes important statements and praises Field Marshal’s diplomacy.

Updated: 5:54 PM PKT — June 22, 2026

US Vice President JD Vance announced that the initial talks with Iran have laid a “very good foundation for a successful final deal,” while acknowledging that significant work remains. He praised the positive and mediating role of Pakistan and Qatar in the process. A basic procedure for technical negotiations has been established, which will continue in the coming weeks.

Vance addressed recent tensions by stating the conflict has entered a ceasefire stage, noting the Strait of Hormuz remains open and a period of calm has held in Lebanon. He also confirmed that International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors are expected to travel to Iran this week to monitor compliance with the initial agreement. Work on the Lebanon issue is ongoing in consultation with Israeli officials, with Vance stating that Lebanon’s protection is possible alongside Israel’s security.

Updated: 5:22 PM PKT — June 22, 2026

The United States and Iran have resumed technical-level negotiations, with US Vice President JD Vance announcing significant progress following talks in Bürgenstock, Switzerland. Vance confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz has been formally reopened and that Iran has agreed to allow International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors to return, with their deployment possible within the week.

Discussions have also focused on de-escalating tensions in Lebanon and establishing a mechanism to ensure Iran’s unfrozen assets benefit its people and are not used for terrorism financing. A proposal involves using the funds to purchase American agricultural products under joint US-Qatari oversight. Vance stated that despite some tensions, the talks have laid a “strong foundation” for a final agreement in the coming weeks.