Amid rising US-Iran tensions, President Donald Trump has listed top aides involved in talks with Tehran, including Vice President JD Vance, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff. Trump described the discussions as “productive,” hinting at a possible deal to end hostilities.
Iran, however, has denied that formal negotiations are underway, with officials calling media reports “fake news.” Despite this, Tehran reportedly prefers Vance as the main US interlocutor, distrusting other envoys linked to a harder-line approach. Vance’s cautious stance on military action appears to have earned Iran’s trust.
Washington maintains that its team is chosen solely by the President, though temporary immunity has been granted to some Iranian officials involved in backchannel talks, signaling a limited opening for diplomacy. The coming weeks will reveal whether these cautious moves can lead to de-escalation or if tensions will continue to dominate.
