On Monday, March 23, 2026, there was a phone conversation between US Vice President JD Vance and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to Axios report, the main purpose of this conversation was to discuss efforts to start talks with Iran. The two leaders talked about aspects of a possible agreement that could help end the ongoing war with Iran. This discussion has taken place at a time when tension in the region is at its peak and diplomatic avenues are being explored.
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What were the main points discussed for the agreement?
US President Donald Trump also indicated on Monday that his administration is engaged in talks with Iran to fully resolve the dispute. Some of the key conditions being considered under the agreement are as follows:
Iran will have to guarantee that it will stop making nuclear weapons. There has to be a consensus on limiting uranium enrichment. Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Iranian energy centers for five days, citing progress in negotiations. Benjamin Netanyahu has said that any agreement must protect Israel’s vital interests.
What is the reaction of Iran and mediator countries?
Iran has officially denied any direct talks with the US at present. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has called these reports misleading. However, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has admitted that they are receiving messages through some friendly countries.
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This war has been going on for about 24 days since the attacks started on 28 February. Israel has made it clear that despite the agreement negotiations, it will continue its attacks in Iran and Lebanon until the goals are achieved. The US is now looking at Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf as a possible future partner for talks.