US and Iranian negotiators began talks in Switzerland on an initial peace deal, according to the BBC and The Washington Post. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to participate in the discussions, according to The Associated Press and The Hill.

The talks focus on Iran's nuclear program and on reaching a lasting ceasefire following the recent conflict, according to a Bloomberg report. The Washington Post reported that negotiators met to discuss a peace plan.

Vance said the talks set a "good foundation" toward a permanent deal to end the war, according to The Boston Globe. Vance said Iran invited UN nuclear inspectors back into the country, which he described as a "major milestone," according to The Times of Israel and Axios. NPR reported that, according to mediators, the United States and Iran agreed to a "road map" for a final deal.

Breitbart reported that the first round of talks was described as showing "encouraging progress." The Daily Caller reported that Vance said the talks are moving forward.

Washington Examiner reported that Vance described President Donald Trump's threats during the negotiations as a response to what Vance called Iran's "trash talk." The Hill reported that Trump made statements regarding Iran and Lebanon during the nuclear talks. NBC reported that Trump referred to a "guardian angel" toll in the Strait of Hormuz.

NPR and the Associated Press reported that Congress returned to address matters related to the Iran conflict and the ceasefire agreement. NPR reported that scrutiny has grown over the ceasefire agreement.

Forbes reported that Trump described criticism of the Iran conflict published by The New York Times as "treasonous." The New York Times reported on how the agreement with Iran is affecting the upcoming midterm elections.

The Economist reported that Republicans have expressed a desire to move past the Iran conflict. Vox published an analysis under the headline "How Iran won the war." Fox News carried commentary by Victor Davis Hanson regarding criticism of the deal.

The New York Times reported that the talks are being held at a Swiss resort. CBS News reported on progress toward a peace agreement and stated that Trump called off planned strikes.