GENEVA, March 2 (Reuters) - Switzerland said on Monday that its diplomatic channel between the United States and Iran has remained active since the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran began on February
Switzerland Says U.S.-Iran Diplomatic Channel Remains Open Amid Escalating Tensions
Switzerland’s Role in U.S.-Iran Relations and Regional Diplomacy
Active Diplomatic Channel Amid Conflict
GENEVA, March 2 (Reuters) - Switzerland said on Monday that its diplomatic channel between the United States and Iran has remained active since the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran began on February 28.
Availability and Functionality of the Channel
"It is available to both parties and operates in both directions," the Swiss foreign ministry said in an email to Reuters, without providing details.
Switzerland as a Protecting Power
Mandate Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution
Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution when Washington and Tehran cut ties, Switzerland has had a mandate of a neutral "protecting power" representing U.S. diplomatic interests in Iran.
Support for Nationals and Embassy Operations
Embassy Status in the Region
The foreign ministry said that all its embassies in the region remained operational and that it is offering support to its nationals there seeking assistance.
Assistance for Swiss Nationals
(Reporting by Emma FargeEditing by Dave Graham)
