US Vice President Vance: US-Iran Ceasefire a "Fragile Truce," Trump "Eager to See Progress"

Odaily News On April 8 local time, US Vice President Vance stated during an event in Hungary that the ceasefire reached between the United States and Iran is a "fragile truce." He did not disclose further details, only mentioning that the agreement includes a ceasefire, advancing negotiations, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Vance said that US President Trump has instructed the American representative responsible for negotiations with Iran to engage in consultations "in good faith," but also noted that Trump is "eager to see progress." He further stated that the United States is prepared to employ "extraordinary economic leverage," but Trump has directed the US side to "refrain from using these measures for now." Vance added that if Iran negotiates "in good faith," an agreement is possible, but "ultimately, how the negotiations proceed depends on the Iranians." (CCTV News)