Iranian Negotiating Team Leaves Switzerland for Tehran After Talks

The Iranian negotiating team, headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, departed Switzerland on Monday after nearly 18 hours of intensive discussions. The talks involved bilateral and quadrilateral meetings with the US delegation, as well as Pakistani and Qatari mediators.

During the negotiations, the Iranian side presented Tehran's positions regarding the implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and the conditions for entering negotiations on a final agreement. The discussions focused on the process and framework for reaching a comprehensive deal.

Following the conclusion of the consultations, Qatar and Pakistan issued a joint statement announcing that the parties have agreed on a 60-day roadmap toward a final agreement. The roadmap includes the formation of specialized working groups and the continuation of technical negotiations. According to the mediators, the process also involves mechanisms for monitoring implementation, maintaining communication channels, and addressing related regional issues in support of diplomacy and de-escalation.

The talks mark a significant step in Iran-US relations, with both sides engaging through mediators to reduce tensions. The 60-day timeline provides a structured approach to resolving outstanding issues. According to Mehr News, the Iranian delegation's departure signals the end of this round of negotiations, with further technical talks expected to follow.