JD Vance calls Iran’s denial of peace talks a 'Persian tactic', claims US holds 'all the cards'

On 1 July 2026, the United States and Iran held indirect talks in Qatar. The two sides held separate meetings in Doha and agreed to continue discussions. Qatar spoke of 'positive progress', and Trump said the US was 'getting along well' with Iran. According to France 24, both sides set up a hotline.

Statements on the talks differed. JD Vance called Iran's denial of peace talks a 'Persian tactic' and said the US holds 'all the cards'; he also said there would be no return to war unless needed. NHK World said there were no plans for direct US-Iran talks in Qatar, and France 24's French service said Iran announced the end of the indirect discussions.