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JD Vance claims US holds all the cards in Iran and will win ‘either way’

JD Vance claims US holds all the cards in Iran and will win ‘either way’

Summary

JD Vance said the United States will benefit in its dealings with Iran whether a final deal is reached or not, because Iran’s nuclear program is largely destroyed and the country is weaker. He also mentioned a current ceasefire and ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran, with some recent military actions in the region increasing tensions.

Key Facts

  • JD Vance stated the US “wins either way” in negotiations with Iran due to the weakened Iranian nuclear program and country.
  • There is a 60-day ceasefire agreement (a memorandum of understanding) between President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
  • Recent attacks on tankers and strikes by the US and Iran mark the worst escalation since the ceasefire deal.
  • Vance claims Iran’s ability to enrich uranium, key to nuclear weapons, has been destroyed.
  • Critics say Iran still holds 60%-enriched uranium stockpiles, a potential nuclear risk.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency says reducing or moving Iran’s uranium is possible during negotiations.
  • Vance offered to change US-Iran relations if Iran gives up nuclear weapons ambitions for the long term.
  • Vance appeared on TV to promote his memoir and discussed policy issues including foreign affairs and immigration enforcement.
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