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Vance: Trump Seeks "Grand Bargain" to Deny Iran Nuclear Weapons

US Vice President JD Vance stated that President Donald Trump's clear policy is to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, with ongoing negotiations working to enforce it. Vance explained that the administration is pursuing a "Trumpian grand bargain" where Iran would renounce nuclear weapons and state-sponsored terrorism in exchange for full normalization of economic relations. He noted that a recent ceasefire is holding as these broader talks continue. President Trump, separately, indicated he does not currently foresee a need to extend the two-week ceasefire with Iran.

Key Points: US VP Vance on Iran Nuclear Talks and Trump's "Grand Bargain"

  • US policy is Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon
  • Talks aim for a "grand bargain," not a small deal
  • Offer: normal economic ties for changed Iranian conduct
  • Current ceasefire is holding as negotiations proceed
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Iran cannot have nuclear weapon, talks underway to ensure it: US VP Vance

US VP JD Vance says Trump aims for a broad deal where Iran abandons nukes and terrorism for normalized economic relations. Ceasefire holds as talks continue.

"if you're willing to act like a normal country, we're willing to treat you economically like a normal country - JD Vance"

Washington DC, April 15

US Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump has made it clear that Iran cannot possess a nuclear weapon and that the administration is working to ensure this policy is enforced.

Speaking at a Turning Point USA tour event at the University of Georgia, Vance said ongoing talks between the US and Iran have shown progress but stressed that Trump is aiming for a broader agreement.

He said, "The President set a policy: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon and right now we are negotiating to make sure that very thing happens. And here's you know what's interesting about this is that we have this ceasefire that's in place, I think it's six or seven days old. Right now this ceasefire is holding and what what you're seeing is the President wants to make he doesn't want to make like a small deal. He wants to make the grand bargain," he said.

Vance said the US is offering Iran a path to normal economic engagement, provided it changes its conduct.

"And what he's basically offering to Iran is very simple and frankly it's something that no president has had the ability to offer. He said that if you're willing to act like a normal country, we're willing to treat you economically like a normal country. He doesn't want a small deal. And that's one of the reasons why one I'd say in in Pakistan we made a ton of progress but the reason why the deal is not yet done is because the President he really wants a deal where Iran doesn't have a nuclear weapon, Iran is not state-sponsoring terrorism but also the people of Iran can thrive and prosper and join the world economy in a way they haven't been in my entire life," he said.

"And that's the kind of Trumpian grand bargain that the President has put on the table. Man we're going to keep on negotiating and try to make it happen because it would be great for the world, it'd be great for our country, it'd be great for everybody so I'm going to keep on fighting to make it happen," Vance added.

The remarks came as Trump said on Tuesday (local time) that he is not considering extending the ongoing two-week ceasefire with Iran, but indicated that a negotiated settlement remains the preferred way to end tensions in West Asia.

Speaking to ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl, Trump said he does not believe extending the ceasefire will be necessary.

"President Trump told me today he isn't thinking about extending the ceasefire. He doesn't think it will be necessary," Karl wrote in a post.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see diplomacy at work. As an Indian, I remember the tensions last year that impacted oil prices. A nuclear-free Iran is in everyone's interest, but the US must also ensure the deal doesn't unfairly punish the Iranian people.
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Aman W
"Act like a normal country" – interesting choice of words from Vance. Every nation has its sovereignty. While non-proliferation is vital, the approach matters. Hope India's balanced foreign policy and Chabahar port interests are considered in these global shifts.
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Sarah B
The ceasefire holding for a week is a positive sign. Stability in the region helps global trade. From an Indian perspective, we have significant stakes here – our exports, remittances, and energy imports. Cautiously optimistic.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, the US has a history of pulling out of deals (JCPOA, anyone?). This creates uncertainty for the whole world. India has always advocated for dialogue and peaceful resolution. Let's hope this time it's different and for the long haul.
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Kriti O
The focus should be on the outcome: a safer world and prosperity for the Iranian people. As a neighbour in the broader region, India would benefit immensely from reduced tensions. Hope the "grand bargain" is inclusive and sustainable.

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