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US-Iran Technical Talks Proceed Amidst Tehran's Denials, Vance Says
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US-Iran Technical Talks Proceed Amidst Tehran's Denials, Vance Says

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • US Vice President JD Vance stated that technical talks with Iran are progressing despite Iran's public denials, which he called a "Persian negotiating tactic."
  • Vance asserted that the US judges Iran by its actions, noting mixed signals but a commitment to diplomacy.
  • The talks are related to a potential peace agreement and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) brokered by Pakistan, which includes easing sanctions and addressing Iran's nuclear program.

Technical discussions between the United States and Iran are moving forward, even as Tehran publicly denies engaging in direct negotiations, according to US Vice President JD Vance. Vance described Iran's public stance as a "Persian negotiating tactic" during an appearance on The Michael Knowles Show.

He confirmed that technical discussions scheduled for Tuesday were proceeding as planned, highlighting a contradiction between Iran's public messaging and its acknowledgment of ongoing discussions concerning a potential peace agreement. Vance emphasized that the Trump administration's approach involves a readiness to use military force only when it serves a clear objective, criticizing calls for broader military action without defined end goals.

technical talks between Washington and Tehran are moving forward despite Iran's public denial of direct negotiations, describing Tehran's stance as a 'Persian negotiating tactic.'

— JD VanceUS Vice President JD Vance comments on the ongoing US-Iran discussions.

Speaking further in an interview with Fox News, Vance stressed that Washington evaluates Iran based on its actions rather than its rhetoric. He indicated that the US has observed both positive and negative signals from Tehran, reaffirming the commitment to diplomacy while keeping other options open should negotiations falter.

These comments coincide with the travel of White House envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Doha, following President Trump's statement that Iran had requested a meeting in the Qatari capital. Iran, however, has denied that direct talks with the US are scheduled, stating that discussions in Doha would focus on implementing a recently signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) through Qatari mediation. This MoU, brokered by Pakistan and effective since June 18, outlines a framework for ending hostilities, easing sanctions, addressing Iran's nuclear program, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and establishing broader regional security arrangements.

Washington was judging Iran by its actions rather than its rhetoric.

— JD VanceUS Vice President JD Vance outlines the US approach to evaluating Iran's behavior.
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