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US and Iranian delegations are meeting for high-level technical talks in Switzerland on June 21, focusing on a ceasefire in Lebanon and the nuclear program. The talks follow a newly signed memorandum strained by continued Israeli strikes on Lebanon. Iran seeks US pressure for a ceasefire, while the US prioritizes nuclear non-proliferation.
Iran says it currently has no plans to invite IAEA inspectors to visit its nuclear facilities, despite international pressure. A senior official stated the issue is not on the agenda, while insisting that Iran's nuclear activities comply with international agreements.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Donald Trump told him at the G7 summit that ‘it is time’ to focus on the North Korea issue after a U.S. deal with Iran. Lee criticized sanctions as ineffective, citing growing military ties between Pyongyang and Moscow. Trump has signaled renewed engagement, posting an uncaptioned photo with Kim Jong Un, but North Korea has not responded to his offer of talks.
A 14-point memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, released June 17, addresses Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and enriched uranium stockpiles but leaves key questions on enforcement unanswered. The agreement clarifies U.S. positions but lacks detail on Israel's role in Lebanon and future governance of the strait.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have electronically signed a memorandum extending the ceasefire in the US-Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The 60-day extension, brokered by Pakistan, has drawn mixed reactions but is widely welcomed by international powers.
Japan’s Minister of Economic Security Sanae Takaichi warned of North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats and highlighted the unresolved abduction of Japanese citizens at the G7 summit in the UK. She called for continued maximum pressure on Pyongyang and support for the victims’ return.
Japan is set to join the UK, France, Germany, and Italy in issuing a joint statement on Iran's nuclear program. The move underscores growing diplomatic coordination to address concerns about Tehran's nuclear activities.
Iran's foreign minister says a memorandum of understanding with the US is closer than ever, citing progress in indirect talks mediated by Oman and Qatar. He warns that finalizing the agreement depends on Washington's political will and goodwill.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot held a phone call on December 24 to discuss bilateral ties and regional developments, according to Iran's foreign ministry. Araghchi stressed the need for enhanced Iran-France cooperation and diplomatic efforts to reduce Middle East tensions, while Barrot voiced concern over recent regional events.
