US-Iran direct talks postponed following Vice-President Vance's travel delay
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JD Vance, Donald Trump, Mojtaba Khamenei
Switzerland, Iran, Lebanon
June 18, 2026
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Direct talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland have been postponed. Vice-President JD Vance delayed his trip, citing complex logistics. The deal aims to end conflict, including in Lebanon, but violence continues.
- Earlier version 16/19/2026, 9:30:45 AM
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The Iran Primer: Power, Politics, and U.S. Policy
Author: Robin Wright
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the complex dynamics between the U.S. and Iran, essential for understanding why direct negotiations are fraught with logistical and political challenges.
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