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June 22nd - US President Trump: A corrupt and failed New York Times headline: "After nearly four months of war, what has changed? Analysts say nothing much." Really? The (Iranian) military is finished, their navy is gone, their air force is gone, their launch platforms, missiles, drones and their manufacturing are almost gone, their two top leaders are gone, their inflation rate is 250%, their economy has collapsed, soldiers are not paid, the Strait of Hormuz is open, oil is flowing, and the US stock market and employment rate are at record highs. That's the change, you corrupt and immoral cowards, and there's much more!

According to Fox News: A U.S. diplomat stated that the Iranian delegation remains in Switzerland and negotiations are ongoing. Serious progress is being made throughout the day. Intensive discussions are underway regarding all elements of the nuclear agreement. Some discussions focus on clarifying confusing information about the Strait of Hormuz to ensure it remains open.

According to sources familiar with the matter, alternative asset management giant Investcorp is acquiring a majority stake in a UK facilities management company, highlighting the continued push for overseas deals by Gulf investors despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Bahrain-based company is acquiring a stake in Smart Managed Solutions at a valuation exceeding $200 million.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: Some Americans say Trump listens to me completely, and some Israelis say I listen to Trump completely—neither of these statements is true. We are leaders of an independent nation. I represent Israel's interests.

According to Israel's i24News, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated, "We have stopped Iran from carrying out a plan aimed at completely annihilating us."

The China Earthquake Networks Center officially measured a 4.0-magnitude earthquake in Zhaosu County, Ili Prefecture, Xinjiang (43.36 degrees north latitude, 81.10 degrees east longitude) at 1:58 a.m. on June 22, with a focal depth of 20 kilometers.

June 22 - According to Iranian sources on June 21, a member of the Iranian negotiating team revealed that the draft of a waiver for Iranian oil sanctions has been finalized, adding that the waiver will be issued soon. Administrative procedures for unfreezing Iranian funds are underway with the participation of a Qatari delegation.

June 22 - According to foreign media reports, sources revealed that the ruling coalition led by German Chancellor Merz is preparing to support a proposal for a comprehensive reform of Germany's pension system, including the introduction of a market-based savings mechanism, tightening early retirement rules, and gradually raising the retirement age. These recommendations, drafted by a government-appointed committee, will be submitted on Tuesday. The plan proposes a gradual introduction of supplementary pension contributions equivalent to 2% of total wages, which would be managed through a public fund vehicle and invested in the capital markets. The committee also recommends gradually raising the retirement age in line with increases in life expectancy. Furthermore, the proposal would abolish a popular early retirement pathway that allows workers who have contributed for 45 years to retire early. Pension reform is one of the most divisive issues in the coalition government, which has been in power for 13 months, and continues to test the long-standing policy differences between Merz's conservative wing and Klinke's Social Democratic Party.

According to Reuters, Iranian sources say that negotiations between Iran and the United States in Switzerland have been suspended, but have not ended.

According to Iranian state media, a spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said that Sunday's talks focused on ending the war, lifting sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian funds.

French Foreign Ministry: The French Foreign Minister will meet with the Qatari Prime Minister in Switzerland on Monday, local time.

June 21 - According to Iranian media reports on the 21st, following the conclusion of the first round of negotiations between Iran and the United States, bilateral talks between the Iranian delegation and the Qatari delegation began.

According to Iran's Fars News Agency, an advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader stated that Iran will not relinquish the capabilities it has gained in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to Iran's Fars News Agency, citing a source within the Iranian negotiating team, the first round of the four-party talks in Switzerland has concluded.