The United States lifts some Iran sanctions for 60 days beginning Monday following the first talks under a nascent peace framework, according to multiple outlets citing Reuters. U.S. President Donald Trump says the U.S. will act if Iran does not follow the agreement, saying he will “do what I have to do.” U.S. Vice President JD Vance characterizes the Buergenstock, Switzerland discussions as laying a “good foundation” for a final deal.
The talks build on an interim arrangement agreed last week and include a roadmap aimed at reaching a permanent agreement within 60 days, with mediators Pakistan and Qatar involved. The sides also discuss steps intended to reduce tensions in Lebanon between Israel, a U.S. ally, and Hezbollah, an Iran-aligned group. In addition, they open a communications line intended to help ensure safer navigation for commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran denies that it has started discussions of its nuclear program, even as the parties pursue economic relief. The reporting describes the sanction waiver as one of several staged measures tied to progress under the framework.
