Bern, June 15 -- Switzerland has welcomed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reached between the United States and Iran, describing it as an important step towards de-escalation and regional stability in the Near and Middle East.

In a response to ANI, the spokesperson for the Swiss Foreign Ministry said peace and security in the region remain a priority of Swiss foreign policy.

The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) said it is currently in close contact with the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar to facilitate the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding in Switzerland later this week.

"Peace and security in the Near and Middle East are a priority of Swiss foreign policy. Switzerland welcomes the Memorandum of...