US Vice President Vance spoke to intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, source says - Reuters

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April 1, 2026
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Vice President Vance recently spoke with intermediaries about the Iran conflict, as of Tuesday.

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Vice President JD Vance has been in contact with intermediaries regarding the Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, according to a source cited by Reuters. The disclosure suggests direct diplomatic engagement or back-channel communication efforts by the administration regarding Middle Eastern tensions. Such talks could indicate either preliminary negotiations, fact-finding efforts, or attempts to de-escalate regional hostilities. The timing and nature of these intermediary discussions remain unclear, but the involvement of the sitting vice president signals the White House is actively engaged on the Iran issue. The report raises questions about the scope and objectives of any ongoing diplomatic outreach separate from official State Department channels.

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