US-Iran Negotiations End, Technical Talks Will Continue After Trump Shakes Talks with Threats
Negotiators discussed Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz and frozen Iranian assets as the two sides kept working toward an interim deal.
- On Monday, June 22, 2026, U.S.-Iran talks continued in Switzerland as Vice President Vance discussed the interim agreement with Iranian officials, despite President Donald Trump's threats to attack Iran.
- Both nations signed a memorandum of understanding last week that opened a 60-day negotiation window addressing the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and frozen assets.
- Trump threatened to levy U.S. tolls if no deal materializes in 60 days, insisting the money would be for "services rendered as the Guardian Angel to the countries of the Middle East."
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Sunday that Tehran will "never back down from the right to enrich uranium," while negotiators prioritized discussions on the conflict in Lebanon.
- Brent crude prices rose over 1% to $81.70 per barrel, as traders monitor concerns regarding potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz affecting global energy supplies.
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