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  • Published: Sun Jun 21, 2026, 7:19 AM

Iran delegation leaves Swiss talks after Trump strike threat over Hezbollah support: IRNA

By:Salma El OmlaElizabeth Gonzales
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Key Events

Summary

  • Talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland have been paused but have not ended: Iranian source.
  • Israel lifted all war-related restrictions on northern border with Lebanon.
  • Trump threatened to strike Iran over support for Hezbollah.
  • Iran has lodged a protest with the US after recent threats from Trump.
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