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US VP Vance arrives in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran

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Posted on June 21, 2026

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· Last updated: June 21, 2026

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US Vice President JD Vance Begins Peace Talks With Iranian Officials in Switzerland

US-Iran Peace Talks Commence in Switzerland

Arrival of Vice President JD Vance

ZURICH, June 21 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for what he has said would likely be a couple of days of peace talks with Iranian officials.

Details of Arrival

Vance and his wife arrived at Emmen Air Base in Switzerland at 5:59 a.m. (0359 GMT), a vice presidential spokesperson said.

Media Coverage and Reporting

(Reporting by Humeyra Pamuk in Zurich; Editing by William Mallard)

Key Takeaways

  • This marks the first direct U.S.–Iran negotiations since April’s Islamabad talks that ended without agreement after 21 hours of negotiations (apnews.com).
  • Vance’s visit comes after delays: his Friday trip was postponed amid Israeli‑Hezbollah clashes and logistical challenges despite both sides having signed a 14‑point agreement (axios.com).
  • The 60‑day negotiation period launched seeks to solidify an interim deal that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, resuming unfrozen Iranian assets access, and permitting UN inspection of nuclear sites (apnews.com).

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Who arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran?
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with Iranian officials.
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They arrived at Emmen Air Base in Switzerland.
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JD Vance's visit aims to participate in a couple of days of peace talks with Iranian officials.
What time did JD Vance arrive at Emmen Air Base?
JD Vance arrived at Emmen Air Base at 5:59 a.m. local time (0359 GMT).

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