Vance Says Iran Conflict Isn’t a War, Cuts Talks Until Shipping Attacks Stop
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US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday that he would not call the conflict with Iran “a war,” telling reporters “right now, there is no active shooting.” He refused to set an artificial timeline for the end of the confrontation, now in its seventh month, and said Washington would not talk to Tehran until it stops attacking commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. “They’ve got to stop. It’s that simple,” he said. Vance added that China is “willing to play ball here, and we all know this” on isolating Iran economically. His comments came amid growing signs that the Trump administration is trying to wind down a war that has intensified and become unpopular.
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BFMTV (outlet profile)
Moyen-Orient: "Nous ne parlerons pas à l'Iran tant qu'ils continueront à tirer sur les navires marchands", assure JD Vance. Le vice-président américain, JD Vance, tient un point presse à la Maison Blanche, ce jeudi 3 se…
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Middle East Eye (outlet profile)
Vance says US not talking to Iran unless they stop shooting at ships. Vance says US not talking to Iran unless they stop shooting at ships US Vice President JD Vance told reporters on Thursday that the United States doe…
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New York Post (outlet profile)
Vance won’t call Iran fight a ‘war’, says China will help economically isolate Tehran. “I wouldn't call it a war. Right now, there is no active shooting,” Vance said at a White House press briefing.
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The Independent (outlet profile)
‘I wouldn’t call it a war’: JD Vance’s jaw-dropper after reporter asks about Iran timeline. Vice President downplays nature of conflict that has no end in sight after more than six months
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Fox News (outlet profile)
Vance refuses to put a clock on Iran conflict as key question keeps US forces engaged. JD Vance refuses to set an artificial timeline on Iran, citing Strait of Hormuz attacks and a full pivot from diplomacy to military…
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Bloomberg (outlet profile)
Vance Plays Down Iran Conflict, Says ‘Wouldn’t Call It a War’. Vice President JD Vance downplayed the scope of the conflict in Iran, which is now in its seventh month, saying he would not describe it as “a war” just day…
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The Hill (outlet profile)
'I wouldn't call it a war,' Vance says after Iran hostilities flare. Vice President Vance said Thursday that he wouldn’t call the military operation between the U.S. and Iran “a war,” despite the eruption of hostilities…
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Time (outlet profile)
‘I Wouldn’t Call it a War’: Vance Downplays Conflict With Iran, Even as Strikes Continue. “Right now, there is no active shooting," Vance told reporters at a White House press briefing
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
US won’t negotiate with Iran until Tehran stops ‘shooting at ships’ — JD Vance. The US vice president added that major combat operations against Iran "haven't been ongoing in a very long time"
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Al-Monitor (outlet profile)
Iran war is not a war, US VP Vance says. US Vice President JD Vance said Thursday he would not categorize the Iran war as a war, despite continuing clashes with Tehran six months after the start of the conflict. Va…
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
JD Vance mum on whether US to end war with Iran by November elections. The US vice president also said that only US actions can save the world from an energy crisis
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Al Jazeera (outlet profile)
US Vice President JD Vance declines to offer timeline for end of Iran war. The Trump official expressed scepticism at White House briefing about the conflict being a war despite recent flare-up.
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Haaretz (outlet profile)
JD Vance say U.S. cuts contact with Iran over Hormuz, China willing to back embargo. U.S. Vice President JD Vance said that Washington has cut contact with Iran due to the ongoing clashes in the Strait of Hormuz. Addres…
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CBS News (outlet profile)
Vance says, "I wouldn't call it a war" when asked about Iran. Iran's latest attacks did not impact military facilities used by the U.S., military officials say, after Iran claimed it targeted U.S. forces in Kuwait. When…
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BFMTV (outlet profile)
Iran: "Je n'appellerais pas ça une guerre", déclare JD Vance. Le vice-président américain, JD Vance, tient un point presse à la Maison Blanche, ce jeudi 3 septembre.
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The New York Times (outlet profile)
JD Vance Says He Wouldn’t Call Iran Conflict a War. In the first White House press briefing since Karoline Leavitt left as press secretary, the vice president suggested that when the conflict would end was up to Tehran.
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NBC News (outlet profile)
Vance says conflict with Iran is not a ‘war’. Vice President Vance said the ongoing conflict with Iran is not a war, noting major combat operations ended months ago. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
China responded to some of US requests regarding ‘economic war on Iran’ — Vance. Speaking about isolation of Iran, the US vice president said that, in his opinion, China is "willing to play ball here, and we all know th…
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CBS News (outlet profile)
As Trump warns of larger attacks on Iran, Vance downplays situation, saying U.S. is not at war. Vice President JD Vance took the podium in the press room on Thursday, holding a rare briefing following last week's depart…
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ABC News (outlet profile)
WATCH: Vance says he wouldn't call U.S.-Iran conflict a war. With the war in Iran now entering its seventh month and attacks escalating, Vice Pres. JD Vance said he "wouldn't call it a war."
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Economic, military, or covert pressure? Vance on Trump's toolkit for dealing with Iran
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BFMTV (outlet profile)
Le Monde qui bouge : la revue de presse : Iran, JD. Vance refuse de parler de "guerre" - 04/09. Ce vendredi 4 septembre, réécoutez en podcast le replay du Monde qui bouge : la revue de presse présentée par Annalisa Capp…
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The Independent (outlet profile)
Iran-US war latest: JD Vance claims China will help economically isolate Tehran and says conflict ‘not a war’. Vice president claimed that major combat operations ‘lasted about six weeks’
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Bloomberg (outlet profile)
US VP Vance on Iran Conflict: “I Wouldn’t Call it a War” | Daybreak Europe 9/4/2026. Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is your essential morning viewing to stay ahead. Live from London, we set the agenda for your day, catching…
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Bloomberg (outlet profile)
US-Iran Conflict Isn’t a ‘War,’ Vance Says (Video)
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Belfast Telegraph (outlet profile)
Vance claims Iran conflict ‘isn’t a war’ ahead of crucial mid-term elections
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Clarín (outlet profile)
Vance dice que la lucha contra Irán no es una "guerra" mientras Trump lidia con conflicto impopular. El vicepresidente descarta llamar "guerra" al conflicto con Irán, pese a recientes ataques. La Casa Blanca enfrenta pr…
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Asharq Al-Awsat (outlet profile)
Vance Says Iran Conflict Is Not a War, Declines to Offer Timeline for End
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CBS News (outlet profile)
Why Vance says he wouldn't call the Iran conflict a war. Vice President JD Vance addressed reporters at the White House on Thursday, remarking on the war in Iran, which has entered its seventh month. CBS News' Olivia Ri…
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Newsweek (outlet profile)
JD Vance Reaches for Putin’s Playbook on the Iran (Not a) War. JD Vance told reporters he wouldn't call the conflict in Iran a war. Putin said much the same thing when he invaded Ukraine.
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CBS News (outlet profile)
Vance says he won't set artificial timelines on Iran conflict, adds he wouldn't call it a war. Vice President JD Vance says he wouldn't call the conflict with Iran a war and provides more details on the latest tensions…
Factual core
- US Vice President JD Vance claimed that the conflict with Iran is not a war.
- The Iran-US conflict has been ongoing for more than six months.
- JD Vance said he would not call the Iran conflict a war.
- The Trump administration is considering multiple pressure tactics against Iran.