US-Iran peace talks begin in Switzerland as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

        June 22, 2026

US-Iran peace talks begin in Switzerland as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

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                X-Risk Daily

                Monday 22 June 2026

Geopolitics & Conflict

US-Iran peace talks begin in Switzerland as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

Peace negotiations between the United States and Iran commenced on 21 June at the Bürgenstock Resort in Switzerland, according to Al Jazeera, following an initial postponement from 19 June.

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