Qatar and Pakistan issue joint statement on conclusion of US-Iran talks in Switzerland, while Qatar says first session of the US-Iran high level talks has concluded and that talks were conducted in a positive, constructive atmosphere

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Technical talks are to continue for remainder of the week.
US and Iran agreed to de-confliction cell over Lebanon.
Encouraging progress has been made, including creation of a mechanism for further technical talks.
Parties agree to establish high-level committee to provide political oversight on mediation.
High-level committee agrees on roadmap to reach final deal within 60 days.

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