November 3, 2026 12:30 AM EDT Vice President JD Vance confirmed significant progress in negotiations with Iran, expressing optimism that Washington and Tehran could reach an agreement. “The president and I both feel pretty good about the prospects for potentially coming to a negotiated settlement,” Vance said, following several productive discussions with Iranian officials. Trump reinforced that optimism, declaring, “Iran wants a settlement, as soon as possible. It could happen!” Tehran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours if its conditions are met. Despite the diplomatic momentum, Trump reiterated that Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons, while Washington keeps military options on the table.