JD Vance defends US diplomacy with Iran amid renewed hostilities

Vice President JD Vance has defended continued diplomatic engagement with Iran, arguing that military force alone cannot resolve the security challenges in the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking on "The Joe Rogan Experience," Vance expressed frustration with calls to abandon diplomacy, stating that negotiations remain essential. He acknowledged that talks have stalled amid disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. Vance's remarks come as President Donald Trump has questioned the value of continuing talks, calling them "a waste of time." Vance countered that while military actions can disrupt Iran's capabilities, they do not offer a lasting solution. "You can bomb them... but it's just too easy to fire at ships in the straits," Vance said. "So you've got to actually be willing to talk and to try to figure out the problem." President Trump, meanwhile, warned Iran to "behave" amid renewed exchanges of fire, though he stated he does not like setting deadlines. From Iran, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson indicated no plans to resume negotiations, stating Tehran is focused on defending itself and no longer considers itself bound by a previous memorandum of understanding with Washington.

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You've got to be willing to talk and to try to figure out the problem.