Switzerland’s foreign ministry confirmed on June 16 that Iran and the United States will sit down for direct talks on June 19 at the Bürgenstock resort in Nidwalden. The meeting follows the signing of an interim memorandum of understanding aimed at de-escalating conflicts across the Middle East.
What’s on the table
Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar helped broker the venue selection, and the agenda centers on three core issues: halting active fighting in the region, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and laying the groundwork for deeper nuclear discussions.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced this latest round of negotiations, framing them as a path toward a final agreement.
The MOU was reportedly either finalized or electronically signed ahead of the in-person meeting.
