Vance says ‘Israel may not like’ Iran deal, but it is in US interests
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US Vice President JD Vance has said that while Israel and the United States share many strategic interests, there are also areas where their priorities do not fully align, particularly regarding discussions on a possible peace arrangement with Iran. In an interview with Fox News on Monday night, Vance said developments over the past 18 months have created an opening for renewed diplomatic efforts. He noted that the current U.S. administration believes conditions are now more favourable for achieving a long-term resolution to Iran’s nuclear issue. He stated that, although Israel may not fully agree with this approach, Washington considers it to be in the broader national interest of the United States. Vance emphasised that these evolving circumstances could help pave the way for progress toward a more durable agreement with Iran. Trump expects major Middle East deal within ‘two or three days’