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As Vance Offers Iran ‘Outstretched Hand’ in Talks, Trump Threatens Bombing

NYT > World News·June 21, 2026
As Vance Offers Iran ‘Outstretched Hand’ in Talks, Trump Threatens Bombing

The United States and Iran have begun a new round of nuclear negotiations in Switzerland. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's replacement, likely referring to Antony Blinken or another representative, is not specified, but it is reported that the US is offering an "outstretched hand" in the talks. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is taking a contrasting stance, threatening to bomb Iran. The conflicting messages from the US reflect a split approach to the negotiations.

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