The United States does not intend to restart military action against Iran without a clearly defined purpose, according to US Vice President JD Vance. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Vance committed that President Donald Trump will not send the military back into action unless absolute necessity requires it.
However, Vance warned that Washington will alter its strategy if Iran attempts to rebuild its nuclear programme or targets commercial vessels. He confirmed that ongoing diplomatic discussions in Doha are progressing well, noting that the administration remains focused on negotiating in good faith. Officials intend to give these negotiations every possible chance to succeed.
The United States and Iran previously reached a memorandum of understanding in June. That agreement aimed to permanently end the war that began in late February, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and lift the US blockade of Iranian ports. Envoys now continue to negotiate a final deal that addresses Iran’s nuclear programme.
The vice president also addressed internal Iranian politics during his briefing. He claimed that many leaders in Tehran now recognize previous decades of governance as a mistake. Vance stated that Washington sees significant momentum from individuals who want to turn over a new leaf, though he acknowledged that some factions remain attached to old ways.
President Trump stated earlier on Wednesday that Iran’s denuclearization is moving along well. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner currently lead these diplomatic efforts in Doha. Despite this optimistic tone from the White House, Tehran officially denies that officials scheduled any direct meetings with American representatives. Iranian authorities instead insist that all current consultations occur exclusively through intermediaries.
