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Iran delegation heads to Switzerland for talks with U.S. on deal, warns of jeopardy
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Iran delegation heads to Switzerland for talks with U.S. on deal, warns of jeopardy

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • An Iranian delegation traveled to Switzerland to discuss a deal with the United States, with the Foreign Ministry emphasizing the need for the U.S. to fulfill its commitments.
  • Iran's representative warned that the entire agreement is at risk if the other party does not take necessary measures promptly.
  • The delegation's travel follows renewed clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran's announcement of closing the Strait of Hormuz due to Israeli attacks.

An Iranian delegation has departed for Switzerland to engage in discussions regarding a deal with the United States, with the Foreign Ministry stressing the importance of the U.S. adhering to its obligations. Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated that Iran will "monitor and demand that the other party fulfill its commitments" under the agreement.

Baqaei issued a stern warning, asserting that "the other party must take the necessary measures as soon as possible. Otherwise, the entire agreement will be jeopardized." This underscores Iran's firm stance on the terms of the agreement and its expectations for immediate action from the U.S.

monitor and demand that the other party fulfill its commitments

— Esmaeil BaqaeiIran's Foreign Ministry spokesman on the purpose of the delegation's trip to Switzerland.

The delegation's journey to Switzerland occurs amidst heightened tensions in the region. Clashes between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon have reignited, and Iran's military announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks.

The Iranian state broadcaster reported that the delegation includes chief negotiator Mohammad Bagheri Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, indicating the high level of importance Iran places on these negotiations.

the other party must take the necessary measures as soon as possible. Otherwise, the entire agreement will be jeopardized.

— Esmaeil BaqaeiIran's Foreign Ministry spokesman warning about the consequences of inaction on the deal.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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