Pakistan and Qatar announce next steps in US-Iran talks

Pakistan and Qatar have issued a joint statement following the conclusion of the first round of US-Iran mediated negotiations.

• The sides agreed to establish a high-level committee that will receive reports from the heads of the negotiating delegations.
• A roadmap for developing a final agreement between the United States and Iran has been approved, and a communication channel between the two sides has been established.
• Technical teams will continue consultations throughout the week in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, on a number of issues.
• The negotiators also agreed to create a group tasked with resolving disputes, including efforts to ensure a ceasefire in Lebanon.