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WorldJD Vance letter may be last chance to avert fresh US-Iran conflict

US vice-president JD Vance sent Iran’s top security official a letter proposing renewed diplomacy. It calls for Tehran to make nuclear-programme commitments in exchange for US sanctions relief, as part of a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. Iran is reluctant to make irreversible commitments upfront, while the US has drawn up plans for a possible renewed attack.

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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-10-29 19:32Original

JD Vance letter may be last chance to avert fresh US-Iran conflict
JD Vance letter may be last chance to avert fresh US-Iran conflictWorld