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US-Iran Nuclear Talks End First Round With 'Encouraging Progress', Pakistan and Qatar Say
The Hindu·Monday, 22 June 2026
The first round of US-Iran talks concluded in Switzerland, with mediating nations Qatar and Pakistan reporting 'encouraging progress' toward a lasting deal. Both sides agreed to a roadmap toward a final deal within 60 days. Iran's Foreign Minister called it 'major progress', and both sides agreed to set up a 'de-confliction cell' with Lebanon.
Why It Matters
India imports significant energy from the region and has deep trade and diaspora ties to both Iran and the Gulf. Any shift in US-Iran relations directly affects oil prices and regional stability that India depends on.
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