News · 19 June 2026

US-Iran peace talks called off in Switzerland

Planned talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland to implement a peace deal were abruptly cancelled on Friday. The cancellation came as Israel and Hezbollah traded their most violent strikes since a ceasefire was established, killing at least 18 people. Donald Trump also defended his record on Iran after its supreme leader claimed he made a deal out of "desperation".

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 June 2026 at 14:28

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