US and Iran Conclude Second Day of Nuclear Talks in Switzerland
US and Iranian negotiators concluded a second day of talks in Switzerland on Iran's nuclear program, with the sides differing publicly on inspections, according to multiple news outlets.
US and Iranian negotiators concluded a second day of talks in Switzerland focused on Iran's nuclear program and related regional issues, according to The Associated Press and The Washington Post.
Vice President JD Vance is leading the US negotiating team, according to The Hill and Breitbart. The Hill reported that Vance described the discussions as making major progress. Fox News reported that the talks produced a 60-day roadmap ahead of a next phase of negotiations.
The two sides differed publicly on the question of inspections of Iranian nuclear sites. According to The Boston Globe, Vance said Iran would allow nuclear inspections; the Globe noted that Tehran had not commented on that statement. The Times of Israel reported that Iran said it had no plans for inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency of damaged nuclear sites, a position the outlet described as contradicting Vance.
The Associated Press reported that the talks followed what it described as a rough start. The Hill reported that negotiators cited progress while obstacles remained.
CNBC reported that the United States issued sanctions waivers related to Iranian oil, which the outlet said would allow revenue to reach Tehran. The National Review published commentary concerning authority over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Boston Globe reported that the Pentagon has asked Congress for approximately $80 billion to cover costs associated with the conflict with Iran. CBS News reported that the talks were taking place after President Donald Trump called off planned strikes.
The New York Times reported on differences between Vance's role in the negotiations and statements by Trump. MSNBC published reporting and commentary on the administration's Iran policy and Vance's public statements.
Axios reported that Israeli officials expressed concern that the US approach could strengthen Iran's position in Lebanon. The Associated Press reported on conditions in the city of Tyre as the talks addressed Lebanon's future.
ABC News reported that Asian shares were mixed and US stock futures fell as the talks proceeded.
The Economist published analysis on the conflict and on Republican positions regarding it. The Atlantic published commentary on US policy toward Iran.
Key Facts
- —US and Iranian negotiators concluded a second day of talks in Switzerland on Iran's nuclear program, according to The Associated Press and The Washington Post.
- —Vice President JD Vance is leading the US negotiating team, according to The Hill and Breitbart.
- —The two sides differed publicly on inspections; The Boston Globe reported Vance said Iran would allow inspections, while The Times of Israel reported Iran said it had no plans for IAEA inspections of damaged sites.
- —CNBC reported the United States issued sanctions waivers related to Iranian oil.
- —The Boston Globe reported the Pentagon has asked Congress for approximately $80 billion for costs associated with the conflict with Iran.
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