U.S. Vice‑President J.D. Vance has said that Iran must make a “meaningful reduction” in its nuclear enrichment capacity to meet Washington’s demands and bring an end to the seven‑month war.
In an exclusive interview with Reuters, Vance revealed that the U.S. is in talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, though he admitted it remains unclear how much authority they wield within Iran’s power structure.
Vance, known as a skeptic of prolonged U.S. military involvement abroad, has taken a leading role in negotiating a settlement. He previously brokered a provisional peace agreement in June, but it collapsed soon after, reigniting hostilities.
The war has rattled global energy markets, driving up oil prices and creating economic uncertainty. It has also become a political liability for President Donald Trump and Republicans ahead of the November midterm elections, with critics questioning the administration’s handling of the conflict.
Vance’s remarks underscore Washington’s insistence that Iran’s nuclear program must be curbed before any lasting peace deal can be reached. Analysts say the outcome of these negotiations could shape both regional stability and U.S. domestic politics in the months ahead.
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