US Vice President JD Vance said the United States has made significant progress in recent talks with Iran, but the next move now rests with Tehran.
His remarks come amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and stalled diplomatic efforts.
Speaking on Fox News Special Report with Bret Baier, JD Vance said negotiations with Iran had made “a lot of progress.”
However, he stressed that despite positive signals, Iran did not move far enough toward agreement during discussions.
‘Ball is in Iran’s court’
Vance made it clear that any further diplomatic steps depend on Iran’s response.
He said the United States had put a “serious proposal” on the table and now expects Tehran to decide whether talks continue.
According to him, “the ball is in Iran’s court” regarding the future of negotiations.
A key issue in the talks remains the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which Washington wants fully reopened.
Vance warned that failure to do so would significantly change the direction of ongoing negotiations.
US pressure on Iran intensifies
The comments came shortly after reports that the US had begun restricting maritime movement linked to Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.
Donald Trump said the move was aimed at increasing pressure on Tehran to return to negotiations.
Vance reiterated that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
He said Washington’s “red lines” include removal of enriched uranium and strict verification mechanisms to prevent weapon development.
The vice president also referenced recent negotiations involving US officials in Islamabad, which ended without a final agreement.
Despite no deal being reached, he said the discussions showed “some good signs” of progress.
Vance emphasized that future engagement depends entirely on Iran’s willingness to advance negotiations.
He said the US remains open to a “grand deal” if Tehran takes further steps toward agreement.
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