Middle East live: US, Iranian negotiators enter second day of talks after ‘encouraging’ start

Opinions22-06-2026Gulf Keystone ready to resume oil production at Sheikhan fieldThe London-listed Gulf Keystone Petroleum (GKP) has reported that, despite the temporary suspension of production at the Sheikhan field north of Erbil and a 50 percent reduction in expenditures, it remains fully prepared for a rapid resumption of oil exports. This comes amid a new diplomatic horizon following the signing of a framework agreement between the US and Iran.

‘Encouraging progress’ made in US-Iran Switzerland talks: Mediators “The Lake Lucerne Summit was conducted in a positive and constructive atmosphere. Encouraging progress has been made including the creation of a mechanism for further technical talks,” said a joint statement from Qatar and Pakistan at the end of the first round of talks. 

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