Vance confirmed to lead Iran talks in Islamabad

The White House says JD Vance will attend Iran talks in Pakistan, despite Trump earlier denying his participation.

Sources

3 verified

Location

Islamabad, Pakistan

Updated

Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 14:13 UTC

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The White House has confirmed Vice President JD Vance will attend upcoming Iran talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, alongside Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. This announcement contradicts President Trump's earlier denial of Vance's participation over security concerns. The talks represent a critical diplomatic engagement amid ongoing tensions and a U.S. naval blockade. The delegation's composition signals a high-level U.S. commitment to the negotiations.

Updates · 2

19 Apr@sentdefender

White House confirms to CNN that Vance will attend with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, directly contradicting Trump's earlier statement to ABC News.

19 Apr@clashreport

The White House has confirmed Vance's attendance and named Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as additional delegation members.

e/eineurope · topic · T-01486cycle Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 14:13 UTC · first reported 19 Apr