Vance says no evidence Iran is closing Strait of Hormuz, eyes Switzerland talks

The U.S. vice president said negotiations with Iran could be held on Sunday and that special envoy Witkoff and Kushner had already arrived at the talks site.

Summary

U.S. Vice President Vance said there is no evidence Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping chokepoint, and said he expects to travel to Switzerland in the coming days for talks with Iran. He added that negotiations could take place on Sunday. Vance also said U.S. special envoy Witkoff and Kushner had already arrived at the talks site, signaling preparations for diplomatic engagement were already underway.

Terms & Concepts
  • Strait of Hormuz: Key oil shipping chokepoint
  • special envoy: Official sent for a diplomatic mission