Milan Krstić, a professor at the Faculty of Political Sciences, commented on the first round of technical negotiations between US and Iranian delegations in Switzerland. He suggests both Tehran and Washington are engaged in a strategic game of managing public opinion. Krstić believes neither side can afford to appear to be conceding ground, highlighting a focus on domestic political considerations. He emphasized the importance of understanding this dynamic when interpreting the progress – or lack thereof – in the talks. The negotiations aim to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, but face significant hurdles due to mutual distrust and differing priorities. Krstić’s analysis points to a complex interplay between diplomatic efforts and internal political pressures influencing both nations’ approaches. Further rounds of talks are anticipated, but the professor cautions against expecting swift breakthroughs given the current climate.