Trump sends VP Vance to Pakistan for direct Iran nuclear negotiations
US President Donald Trump announced Vice President JD Vance will lead a negotiation delegation to Islamabad, Pakistan beginning Saturday for direct talks with Iranian representatives. The move signals a major diplomatic shift in US-Iran relations and represents a high-level commitment to resolving tensions over Iran's nuclear program. For Americans, this development could reshape Middle Eastern geopolitics and affect oil markets, sanctions policy, and regional stability. Pakistan's role as neutral intermediary reflects its strategic importance in US-Iran diplomacy.
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- April 9, 2026 at 10:04 AM PDT
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Vice President JD Vance participated in marathon negotiations with Iranian officials in Islamabad, Pakistan, regarding the ongoing conflict between the two countries. According to Vance's statement, the talks did not result in an agreement. CBS News reported on Vance's remarks following the negotiation session.
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