First round of US-Iran talks end with 'encouraging progress' (opens original article in a new tab)

The first round of US-Iran talks concluded with 'encouraging progress' and a roadmap for a final agreement, including mechanisms to prevent conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz.

• US-Iran talks in Switzerland ended with 'encouraging progress' and a roadmap for a final agreement within 60 days.
• A direct communications line was agreed to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, and a 'de-confliction cell' involving Lebanon was established.
• Iranian and US officials reported differing accounts of the negotiations, with Iran claiming progress on oil waivers and asset releases not mentioned in the joint statement.