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Switzerland reopens its embassy in Tehran after two-week closure

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Posted on July 6, 2025

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VIENNA (Reuters) -Switzerland, which also represents U.S. interests in Iran, has reopened its embassy in Tehran after a closure due to the air war between Israel and Iran, the Swiss foreign ministry

Switzerland's Embassy in Tehran Reopens After Temporary Closure

VIENNA (Reuters) -Switzerland, which also represents U.S. interests in Iran, has reopened its embassy in Tehran after a closure due to the air war between Israel and Iran, the Swiss foreign ministry said on Sunday.

"Ambassador Nadine Olivieri Lozano and a small team returned to Tehran yesterday overland via Azerbaijan. The embassy will gradually resume operations," the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. It had been closed since June 20.

(Reporting by Francois Murphy; Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Switzerland's embassy in Tehran reopens after a two-week closure.
  • Closure was due to the air war between Israel and Iran.
  • Ambassador Nadine Olivieri Lozano returned via Azerbaijan.
  • The embassy will gradually resume operations.
  • Switzerland represents U.S. interests in Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the Swiss embassy in Tehran closed?
The Swiss embassy in Tehran was closed due to the air war between Israel and Iran.
Who is the ambassador returning to Tehran?
Ambassador Nadine Olivieri Lozano is returning to Tehran with a small team.
How did the ambassador and team return to Tehran?
The ambassador and her team returned to Tehran overland via Azerbaijan.
What did the Swiss foreign ministry announce?
The Swiss foreign ministry announced that the embassy will gradually resume operations.

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