Iran-US talks collapse after 21-hour marathon, JD Vance calls it “bad news for Tehran”

Washington (The Uttam Hindu): Ceasefire talks between Iran and United States held in Pakistan for over 20 hours ended without any agreement. US Vice President JD Vance said that despite prolonged discussions in Islamabad, both sides failed to reach a consensus. He warned that Tehran’s refusal to accept Washington’s conditions would ultimately prove more damaging for Iran than for the US.

Vance stated that although several important conversations took place during the 21-hour negotiations, no breakthrough was achieved. He emphasized that the US had clearly outlined its red lines and expectations, but Iran chose not to accept those terms. According to him, Washington’s primary objective remains preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons or adopting methods that could accelerate such capability, while also seeking long-term assurances rather than temporary commitments.

He added that the US approached the talks with flexibility and in good faith under the President’s direction, maintaining constant communication with the national security team throughout the negotiations. Describing the proposal presented as the “last and best offer,” Vance said the outcome now depends on Iran’s response. The failure of these talks marks a setback in efforts to revive diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear program, a long-standing source of tension between the two countries.