Iran negotiators, JD Vance head to Switzerland
US Vice President JD Vance is en route to Switzerland for talks with Iran after days of uncertainty, while Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed again.
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Iran negotiators, JD Vance head for Switzerland
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