US ‘Very Close’ to Broader Deal on Strait of Hormuz and Iran Nuclear Issue: JD Vance
▸ Part of: US and Iran Near Ceasefire Extension Deal, Awaiting Trump's Approval
US Vice President JD Vance stated that the United States is nearing a broad strategic agreement in West Asia that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and significantly curb Iran's nuclear and military capabilities. Vance described recent US actions as a major achievement, weakening Iran's conventional strength and positioning the US to delay Tehran's nuclear program. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent added that the Trump administration's pressure and sanctions have brought Iran to the negotiating table, a feat he claims previous administrations failed to achieve. A tentative 60-day memorandum of understanding is reportedly awaiting final approval from President Trump and Iranian authorities.
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