Vice President Vance Predicts War May Conclude Shortly as Talks Continue

45-Day Ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz Reopening Under Discussion

Negotiations between the United States and Iran showed signs of progress over the past 24 hours, though reaching a deal before the 8 p.m. ET deadline set by Donald Trump still appears unlikely. U.S. officials said the focus has shifted from whether a deal is possible to whether it can be finalized before the deadline expires.

Senior officials involved in the discussions include Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff, and adviser Jared Kushner, who have maintained communication channels with Iranian representatives, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Sources indicated that negotiations may continue until the final hours before the deadline, with discussions underway about a possible in-person or virtual meeting between delegations. Officials described the talks as serious, with mediators pushing for rapid decisions as the deadline approaches.

The talks center on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and securing a 45-day ceasefire to allow broader negotiations. Trump previously warned that U.S. forces could target Iran’s bridges, power plants, and infrastructure if the waterway remains closed, while Iran signaled possible retaliation against energy and water facilities in Gulf states.

Mediators Push Proposals as Counteroffers Continue

Diplomatic exchanges have taken place through mediators from Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey, with both sides sending proposals and counter-proposals over the past two weeks. Officials said Iran submitted a revised proposal on Monday, which, although not fully aligned with U.S. demands, was viewed as more encouraging than expected.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that only the president knows the current status of the negotiations and the potential response if the deadline passes without agreement.

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