US-Iran Diplomacy in Switzerland: Vice President JD Vance said the first round of talks at Burgenstock created a “good foundation” for a final deal, with mediators Qatar and Pakistan reporting a 60-day roadmap and mechanisms for Lebanon ceasefire monitoring and safer commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Sanctions & Oil Markets: The US Treasury issued a temporary 60-day general license allowing Iranian oil production, delivery and sales, after Iran signalled openness to IAEA inspectors and “free and open” Hormuz transit; markets reacted with crude easing and renewed focus on how quickly flows can rebuild. Nuclear Inspectors Dispute: Iran’s side pushed back on details of inspector access, keeping the nuclear track uncertain even as technical talks are set to continue in Switzerland. Swiss Business & Finance: Baillie Gifford launched a tokenized, short-duration bond fund using Ethereum and Solana, available to eligible investors including in Switzerland. Energy Transition Watch: Europe’s energy storage hit 102.7 GW in 2025, surpassing nuclear, with Switzerland included in the regional outlook. Local Economy & Policy: Switzerland’s parliament debate continues to weigh major fiscal choices, including pension funding. Sports & Culture: Burgenstock’s Qatar-linked ownership under Katara Hospitality remains in the spotlight as the resort hosts the diplomacy.