It's no deal: JD Vance returns to US after Iran 'chose not to accept American terms' after 21 hours of talks

Apr 12, 2026 - 02:47
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It's no deal: JD Vance returns to US after Iran 'chose not to accept American terms' after 21 hours of talks


The US and Iran have not reached any deal after 21 hours of peace talks in Pakistan, Vice President JD Vance has said.

In a very short briefing after negotiations, Mr Vance said there were "shortcomings" and the Iranians "chose not to accept the US terms".

"We were quite flexible," he said, adding: "We need to see affirmative confirmation that Iran will not seek a nuclear weapon."

Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons was Donald Trump's motive for striking the country - both this year and last.

Late last night, Mr Trump said it "makes no difference" to him if a deal was made.

"Regardless of what happens, we win," he added.

Mr Vance did not address what the lack of breakthrough would mean for the ceasefire with Iran - or for the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.




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