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Iran conditions delegation composition on US representative identity

Apr 09, 2026 06:52 AM CT Tehran, Iran diplomacy,iran,united states,negotiations,delegation

Summary

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh stated that the composition of Iran's diplomatic delegation is contingent upon the identity of the US representative, specifically noting expectations for Vice President JD Vance to lead the American side. This indicates ongoing diplomatic maneuvering and potential high-level negotiations between Tehran and Washington, which could influence regional stability and the broader Iran-Israel conflict dynamics.

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According to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh, the main understanding at the moment is that Vice President JD Vance is going to lead the American delegation

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Iran NEUTRAL

Stated that delegation composition depends on who represents the US, expecting VP JD Vance.

United States NEUTRAL

Expected to be represented by Vice President JD Vance in potential negotiations.

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