He was addressing a press conference in Islamabad following direct negotiations between delegations from both countries, mediated by Pakistan, which extended into a second consecutive day—highlighting the intensity and urgency surrounding the talks.
“We have been at it now for 21 hours, and we have had a number of substantive discussions—that’s the good news,” said Vance. “The bad news is that we have not reached an agreement,” he added, signaling a continued deadlock despite prolonged engagement.
“We have made very clear what our red lines are, what things we are willing to accommodate them on, and what things we are not willing to accommodate them on,” the US vice president stated firmly. He further emphasized that the Iranian delegation had “chosen not to accept our terms,” pointing to a significant gap between the positions of both sides.
Officials suggest that while dialogue remains open, key disagreements—particularly around security, regional influence, and nuclear-related concerns—continue to block any immediate breakthrough. Observers note that the extension of talks itself reflects both sides’ willingness to engage, even as trust deficits and strategic differences persist.
The outcome of these discussions is being closely watched globally, as any potential agreement—or failure—could have wide-ranging implications for regional stability, global energy markets, and international diplomacy in the months ahead.
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