US-Iran War LIVE Updates: The first round of negotiations between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing war in West Asia has concluded, according to a joint statement issued by mediators Pakistan and Qatar on Monday. The talks come at a time of high tension after Iran announced it had once again shut down the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route, and US President Donald Trump warned that military strikes on Iran could resume if conditions worsen.
The meeting was held on Sunday at Buergenstock, a Swiss mountain resort owned by Qatar. US Vice President JD Vance led discussions with Iranian representatives under a new framework agreed last week, which extended a fragile ceasefire that has been in place since April for at least 60 more days.
What is the status of the ceasefire agreement?
The temporary peace deal requires both sides to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stop all fighting, including ongoing clashes in Lebanon. However, tensions remain high as Israel continues strikes in Lebanon, while Iran-backed Hezbollah has carried out attacks on Israeli positions.
Why did Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Iran said it halted shipping through the strait again over the weekend, accusing the US of failing to ensure a ceasefire in Lebanon. Tehran also stated that the talks did not cover major issues like its nuclear programme, raising doubts about long-term progress.
What happens next in US-Iran relations?
Further rounds of talks are expected as mediators try to maintain the fragile ceasefire and prevent a wider regional conflict.
First published on: Jun 22, 2026 08:43 AM IST
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