Iran has denied a claim by US Vice President JD Vance that it will allow nuclear inspectors back into the country, following the first round of talks between Washington and Tehran aimed at reaching a final deal to end the war.

After negotiations in Switzerland, Vance said discussions with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) could happen "as soon as today." However, Iran's foreign ministry told state media that Tehran made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections.

The denial came as the US temporarily waived sanctions, allowing Iran to sell oil in US dollars for the first time in decades. The 60-day sanctions waiver issued by the US Treasury authorizes the production, sale, and delivery of Iranian crude and petrochemicals.

In a joint statement, mediators Qatar and Pakistan said the US and Iran agreed to "a roadmap towards reaching a final deal within 60 days." The sides also agreed to establish a "de-confliction cell" for Lebanon and a communication line for the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmail Baqai insisted Tehran made no new commitments on nuclear inspectors, stating any engagement with UN inspectors would follow existing procedures set by Parliament and the Supreme National Security Council.

Source: www.bbc.co.uk