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Iran war: Switzerland talks called off, Vance stays in US

DW English · Jun 19, 2026, 6:00 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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  • US and Iranian delegates will not be meeting on Friday as scheduled, the Swiss Foreign Ministry has said.
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  • "Switzerland remains ready to facilitate these talks," Swiss diplomats said, adding that "preparatory work" was continuing.

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US and Iranian delegates will not be meeting on Friday as scheduled, the Swiss Foreign Ministry has said. The White House blamed logistical issues for US Vice President JD Vance delaying his flight. DW has more.

https://p.dw.com/p/5Fgd RJD Vance was expected to discuss wider issues with Iranian negotiators, including Iran's nuclear program (FILE: March 27, 2026)Image: Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP Photo/picture alliance Advertisement Skip next section What you need to know What you need to know US Vice President JD Vance postponed a planned trip to meet Iranian negotiators in Switzerland Swiss Foreign Ministry confirms Friday peace talks postponed The delegates were set to negotiate implementation of the 14-point agreement between Tehran and Washington Read here for the latest developments on the Iran war on Friday, June 19.

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