Trump threats shake up U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland; negotiators expect to work through night
U.S. and Iranian officials are holding high-stakes talks in Switzerland to solidify an interim peace agreement and address tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The negotiations follow threats from President Trump regarding potential tolls and ongoing conflict in Lebanon.
Why it matters
The stability of the Strait of Hormuz is critical to global energy markets, and the outcome of these talks will directly impact oil prices and regional security.
U.S. President Donald Trump continued to threaten Iran on Sunday (June 21, 2026) even as talks began in Switzerland between his vice president and Iranian officials on next steps in the interim agreement signed last week to end the war.
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