The expert commented on the cancellation of the talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland.

Ivan Bocharov, program Manager of the Russian International Affairs Council, told on Friday, June 19, why the United States and Iran decided to cancel the planned talks in Burgenstock, how the negotiation track will develop and what is the likelihood of continued hostilities in the Middle East.

The expert admitted that the parties had expected the signing of the memorandum, and after this happened, it became necessary to determine further steps. He added that a certain pause has now been taken, perhaps in order to understand exactly how the main provisions of the document will be implemented. However, he added that the real reasons for the cancellation of the talks are not known.

"Each side is likely to seek to interpret them in its favor. Currently, there is a certain asymmetry in favor of Iran in the memorandum. Perhaps, at the stage of practical implementation, the United States will try to make future agreements more balanced, which, in turn, may not suit Tehran," Bocharov said in an interview with Mail News.

According to the political scientist, the prospects for a final settlement of the conflict in the Middle East are not yet visible. He also allowed for a scenario in which the parties would not be able to reach a final agreement under the current political leadership of the key participants in the crisis.

Bocharov drew attention to the fact that Israel and Hezbollah remain an additional factor of uncertainty, and the actions of these players can significantly complicate the situation.

The expert noted that the likelihood of further escalation in the Middle East remains high.

"Even if the memorandum remains in formal effect, a situation cannot be ruled out in which some of its provisions will be implemented, while others will actually be frozen due to political differences or changes in the situation in the region," concluded Bocharov.

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The United States and Iran signed a memorandum on the cessation of hostilities on June 17, according to the website. kp.ru . American leader Donald Trump stressed that the United States will resume bombing Iran if a final agreement is not reached within 60 days, as indicated in the memorandum.

On June 19, the Swiss Foreign Ministry announced that the talks between Washington and Tehran scheduled earlier in Burgenstock had been canceled, RT reports. It was noted that Iran did not consider it advisable to hold a bilateral meeting, due to the fact that a memorandum of understanding between the warring parties has already been signed. 360.ru . US Vice President Jay Dee Vance canceled his trip to the solemn conclusion of the deal between Tehran and Washington.