"We have presented a final and best offer; let's see whether the Iranians accept it or not," said US Vice President J.D. Vance

US Vice President J.D. Vance clarified that Iran has refused to accept American conditions, leading to the failure to reach a final agreement.

Speaking at a press briefing in Islamabad following negotiations with Iran, the Vice President thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal General Asim Munir Chief of Défense forces. He stated that the Pakistani Prime Minister and the Field Marshal did "extraordinary work" in their attempts to bridge the divide between the US and Iran.

Vance remarked that any remaining gaps in the negotiations were not due to the Pakistanis “Pakistan did an excellent job in narrowing the distances between us and Iran and made every possible effort to help reach an agreement."

The Vice President shared that Negotiations with Iran lasted for 21 hours, covering various critical issues. He said that “The good news is that we had serious conversations with Iran; the bad news is that we could not reach an agreement. I believe this news is much worse for Iran than it is for America."

He stated that Iran chose not to accept US conditions. "We are returning to America without a deal. We came here with a simple proposal and a framework for mutual understanding. We are leaving after presenting a final and best offer. This is our final and best offer; let's see if the Iranians accept it or not."

A primary point of contention remains Iran's nuclear program. Vance emphasized

He noted that they did not hear a clear commitment regarding nuclear weapons from the Iranian delegation. "We need a clear assurance that Iran will not seek to acquire nuclear weapons. The US President's fundamental goal is to ensure Iran does not build a nuclear weapon."

The Vice President stated that the US has clearly defined its "red lines," specifying which points are negotiable and which are non-adjustable.

Prior to this briefing, the Iranian government released a statement on social media suggesting that despite remaining differences, the process of negotiations would continue.