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Iran-US pact could be signed at Swiss mountain resort

Iran-US pact could be signed at Swiss mountain resort

Switzerland's foreign ministry says a signing ceremony for a deal between the United States and Iran will take place at the Buergenstock mountain resort.

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Tuesday, June 16, 2026

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