United States Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday that his country and Iran are set to work together towards a future of peace and prosperity as technical-level talks commenced between the two sides in Switzerland on Sunday.
He said that both countries now view a future in which cooperation would be possible, aimed at promoting peace and prosperity. He added that President Donald Trump had called for a “turn over a new leaf” in relations with Iran.
Despite the ongoing negotiations, Vance also accused Iran of being a driver of regional instability, though he noted that “great” progress had been made over recent hours.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump for “visionary and very dynamic leadership” which led to the meeting. He said the discussions were expected to produce “very productive results” in the time ahead.
Document will promote global peace: PM Shehbaz
PM Shehbaz said that upon returning home there would be a document which would promote peace, development and prosperity across the world.
Speaking to the media at the Lucerne Summit, he said the day would serve as a contribution towards peace and prosperity for the world at large.
He stated that meaningful dialogue on global peace would lead to positive and result-oriented outcomes in the future.
He added that the impact of such discussions would not be confined to the region alone, but would also be felt at a global level.
The prime minister reiterated that when the delegation returns home, it would carry a document aimed at promoting peace, development and prosperity worldwide.
Qatar praises US-Iran talks
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani also commended both the United States and Iranian delegations for their engagement in peace efforts. He termed the talks as historic in significance for regional security, global stability, and the world economy, adding that Qatar would remain committed to supporting mediation efforts until a resolution is reached.
The negotiations between the United States and Iran began at the Bürgenstock resort in Switzerland on Sunday under a memorandum of understanding. The process is being mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, according to a statement from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The statement noted that specialised technical and expert groups have been formed to examine all provisions of the proposed agreement, while follow-up committees have been tasked with monitoring progress towards implementation.
Qatar’s Adviser to the Prime Minister and Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, said Pakistan and other parties would continue efforts to maintain a constructive environment for dialogue. He also acknowledged Pakistan’s role as a mediator and the commitment of both the United States and Iran to diplomatic engagement.
An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said a joint meeting involving the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar was scheduled alongside wider discussions, including issues related to ceasefire efforts in Lebanon.
Qatar reiterated that it supports a comprehensive agreement aimed at lasting peace, stability and prosperity across the region.
Trump urges Iran to halt proxy activity in Lebanon
US President Donald Trump has stated that Iran must halt the use of proxy groups in Lebanon from causing “trouble”.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, he stated that Tehran “must immediately stop their highly paid proxies in Lebanon from causing trouble”.
He added that if this does not take place, the United States would “hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder”.
He wrote: “Iran must immediately stop their highly paid proxies in Lebanon from causing trouble. If they don’t, we’ll hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder!!!”
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