US, Iran agree on 60-day roadmap to end Middle East war

In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and Iran have reached a 60-day roadmap aimed at concluding the war in the Middle East. The agreement emerged from extensive and reportedly dramatic negotiations held at the Swiss resort of Bürgenstock, concluding early Monday morning. Mediators Pakistan and Qatar announced that both sides have agreed on a framework for new technical talks, which are expected to continue throughout the week.

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The work of the negotiating delegation has been completed, however, the technical teams will continue their work.

According to a joint statement from the mediating nations, the progress achieved is substantial. Key outcomes include agreements to waive restrictions on oil and petrochemical exports, lift blockades, release some frozen Iranian assets, and launch a major reconstruction and development plan for Iran. The deal also establishes a mechanism to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies.

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Good progress was made in discussions with the United States, particularly on issues concerning the implementation of the other party's commitments.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaïl Baghaei described the negotiations as having made "good progress," particularly concerning the implementation of commitments by the other party. He noted that the work of the main negotiating delegation was complete, but technical teams would continue their efforts. The Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, echoed this sentiment, calling the mediation by Pakistan and Qatar instrumental in achieving "significant progress" toward ending the conflict.

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Tireless Pakistani and Qatari mediation has delivered major progress to end Lebanon War. Oil and petrochem exports are waived, blockade lifted, some frozen assets released, and major reconstruction & development plan launched for Iran. 1st real test: Lebanon deconfliction cell

Araghchi highlighted the potential for regional de-escalation, referring to the reconstruction and economic development plan for Iran as the "first real test" of this process. The successful implementation of these agreements, particularly the establishment of a deconfliction cell for Lebanon, will be crucial in solidifying the fragile peace and demonstrating the viability of this new diplomatic path. The ongoing technical discussions will be key to finalizing the details and ensuring the sustainability of the agreement.

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The mediation of Pakistan and Qatar has led to 'significant progress' in efforts to end the war in Lebanon.