U.S. Vice President JD Vance said in an interview titled "America's New Relationship with Iran" that the UAE — which he described as the most pro-Israel country in the Gulf — is holding unprecedented talks with Iran, including with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to reporter Amit Segal (N12).
Vice President JD Vance disclosed that the United Arab Emirates is conducting unprecedented negotiations with Iran that include direct engagement with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to a report by Amit Segal (N12). Vance made the remarks in an interview titled "America's New Relationship with Iran," characterizing the UAE as the most pro-Israel country in the Gulf. The revelation comes amid a broader backdrop of US-Iran diplomatic tracks and military tensions, with the IRGC publicly maintaining readiness for potential US strikes while signaling openness to talks. The Zioneer has previously reported on IRGC statements indicating that a willingness to negotiate does not mean abandoning confrontation with the US and Israel. The scope of UAE-Iran talks and the nature of IRGC involvement remain unconfirmed by additional independent sources.
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