The United States and Iran concluded a first round of talks in Switzerland aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, initiated by the US and Israel in February. US Vice President JD Vance described the discussions as laying a “good foundation” for a potential final agreement. The talks, which included a meeting between Vance and Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, reportedly experienced challenges but also yielded some areas of consensus. While details of the agreements remain undisclosed, the meetings represent a significant step in direct communication between the two nations. The US views the outcome as positive, suggesting progress towards a resolution of the regional conflict. Further negotiations are anticipated to build upon the initial advancements made in Switzerland.