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US and Iranian officials set to begin peace talks in Switzerland
First discussions since signing of initial deal come as fighting continues in Lebanon
US and Iran's race against time to seal deal hits early hurdle in Burgenstock
First round of talks to reach lasting agreement in 60 days is delayed
Swiss resort favoured by movie stars and world leaders brings serenity to US-Iran deal
Burgenstock was proposed by Pakistani and Qatari mediators and backed by Washington and Tehran
ExclusiveSwedish foreign minister assures Gulf allies of readiness to protect navigation
In an interview with The National, Maria Malmer Stenergard commends UAE's resilience against Iranian attacks
Iran's axis signals new phase of war after exchanging blows with Israel
Washington and Tehran pursue back-channel talks aimed at reaching agreement
AnalysisIraq’s drive to disarm militias could stall after hardliners demand US military exit
Pressure from Washington has borne fruit, with three groups already beginning process of placing weapons under state control
AnalysisMiddle East redefines ceasefire as low-intensity war, regional officials warn
Fears grow of persistent Middle East warfare, with or without a US-Iran deal
Israel ready to resume attacks on Beirut as invasion of south Lebanon expands
Iran news agency claims Tehran halted indirect talks and mediation because of Israeli operations in Lebanon
DispatchSaunas and solutions: How Finland is turning peacemaking into a national brand
The land of saunas and icebreakers 'in the middle of nowhere' is on a quest driven by a deep passion for international affairs
Middle East needs post-war deal that includes Israel and Iran, Finnish President says
Alexander Stubb says war has brought Gulf and Europe closer and calls for deeper institutional ties
UN envoy calls for transition to civilian rule in Sudan
Exclusion of Islamists from future transition factored into negotiations, says Pekka Haavisto
AnalysisIran war pushes Gulf states towards assertive defence and deterrence posture
Perceptions of an increasingly 'aggressive' Iran could reshape Gulf security calculations
US official says first day of Lebanon-Israel talks 'positive'
Discussions progress just days before ceasefire is due to expire
AnalysisIran struggles to keep Iraq and Lebanon in its orbit
Regional sources say Tehran fears it may be losing its grip after decades of unrivalled political influence
US ambassador meets Lebanese leaders as Washington urges meeting with Netanyahu
Saudi Arabia backs Lebanon-Israel negotiations but sets red lines, Lebanese sources say
