WASHINGTON : JD Vance said President Donald Trump has laid out “clear guidelines” for negotiations with Iran, expressing optimism about upcoming talks as he departed for Pakistan.
Speaking to reporters ahead of his trip to Islamabad, Vance said he was “looking forward” to the discussions and expects them to be “positive” if conducted in good faith.
He added that Washington remains open to dialogue but cautioned that the United States would not be receptive if Iran attempts to undermine the process.
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“If the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we are certainly willing to extend an open hand,” Vance said. “But if they try to play us, they will find that the negotiating team is not that receptive.”
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