US Vice President JD Vance said the United States and Iran were unable to reach an agreement after 21 hours of negotiations held in Islamabad.
He said Iran did not accept US terms, and Washington is now returning with what it calls its “final and best offer.”
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Vance spoke to reporters after the talks and praised Pakistan for hosting and supporting the dialogue process, saying efforts were made to bridge differences between both sides.
Key points from his press briefing:
No agreement after long talks
Both sides held extensive discussions but failed to reach a deal.
Pakistan played facilitation role
The US appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in hosting and supporting the negotiations.
Iran rejected US terms
Vance said Iran did not agree to the conditions set by the United States.
Nuclear issue remains central
The main US demand was a clear commitment from Iran not to pursue nuclear weapons.
US wants long-term assurance
Washington is seeking a permanent agreement, not a temporary understanding.
Multiple issues discussed
Topics included sanctions, frozen assets, and regional security concerns.
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US says talks were conducted in good faith
Vance said the US delegation was instructed to negotiate seriously and fairly.
Coordination with US leadership
He said the team remained in contact with President Donald Trump and senior officials throughout the talks.
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Final offer presented
The US said it has now put forward its concluding proposal.
No deal seen as bigger impact on Iran
Vance said the outcome would have more consequences for Iran than for the United States.
