Vance: US ‘locked and loaded’ for military action if Iran talks fail
US Vice President JD Vance stated that the United States is ready for military action if negotiations with Iran regarding a nuclear deal do not succeed. He acknowledged some progress in the ongoing talks but emphasized the seriousness of the situation. The comments reflect the US's firm stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions.
- ▪US Vice President JD Vance indicated military readiness regarding Iran negotiations.
- ▪He mentioned some progress in the ongoing talks with Iran.
- ▪Vance's comments highlight the US's serious approach to Iran's nuclear program.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 01:49:22 +0000 |
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Toggle PlayVance: US ‘locked and loaded’ for military action if Iran talks failNewsFeedVance: US ‘locked and loaded’ for military action if Iran talks failUS Vice President JD Vance says the US is prepared to take military action if Iran does not agree to a nuclear deal, despite what he described as progress in ongoing talks.Published On 20 May 202620 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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