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Vance delays expected Iran talks departure

AFP , Tuesday 21 Apr 2026

Vice President JD Vance, expected to lead a US delegation at upcoming negotiations with Iran in Pakistan, was still in Washington midday Tuesday to participate in meetings, the White House said.

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Vice President JD Vance. AP

 

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No Iranian delegation has departed for Pakistan yet: State TV

"Additional policy meetings are taking place at the White House in which the vice president will participate," an official said in a brief statement sent to AFP shortly after 1700 GMT.

The official did not provide further details. But Vance's departure -- which has been the subject of contradictory announcements -- was scheduled for Tuesday morning, according to recent reports.

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