Vance jets to Switzerland for talks on Iran peace deal as Strait of Hormuz tensions boil
Vice President JD Vance jetted to Switzerland on Saturday, aiming to salvage a teetering peace deal with Iran as tensions continue to boil over the Strait of Hormuz.
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World News Vance jets to Switzerland for talks on Iran peace deal as Strait of Hormuz tensions boil By Daniel Cody Published June 20, 2026, 8:15 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Vice President JD Vance jetted to Switzerland on Saturday, aiming to discuss a peace deal with Iran as tensions continue to boil over the Strait of Hormuz. His high-stakes mission follows a volatile week of interrupted negotiations and a 60-day ultimatum from President Trump, who has threatened to levy tolls on the critical waterway if a deal is not reached. Vance, who noted he would remain in Switzerland “for a day or two,” expressed optimism regarding progress on both Iran’s nuclear program and a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
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