Vance Going To Islamabad Or Not? Trump's Flip-Flop Leaves US Team In Shambles
The first round of US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad has ended without any agreement, despite nearly 21 hours of discussions. Led by JD Vance and senior Iranian officials, the talks failed to bridge key differences, with Tehran refusing to compromise on its core demands. The outcome has been further complicated by mixed messaging from Washington. US President Donald Trump initially suggested that Vance would not attend the next round of talks, citing security concerns. However, the White House later clarified that Vance would indeed lead the delegation, alongside other senior officials, signalling a reversal in position. The episode has raised questions about coordination within the US negotiating team at a time when diplomacy remains fragile. With no breakthrough achieved, the next round of talks is expected to be even more critical in determining whether progress can be made or tensions will escalate further.
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