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Vance Defends Iran Deal, Urges Israel to Limit Operations in Lebanon
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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Now 14 · Jun 18, 2026
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JD Vance defended a U.S.-backed Iran understanding and said Israel must restrain its actions in Lebanon while Hezbollah stops attacks. He said the 60-day negotiation period with Tehran began Sunday and covers nuclear issues, missiles, and the Strait of Hormuz.
- 01Vance said Israel must not escalate in Lebanon while Hezbollah stops firing at Israel.
- 02He defended Iran keeping some missiles, calling it a matter of self-defense.
- 03The 60-day U.S.-Iran negotiation period began Sunday, covering nuclear and missile issues.
- 04AP said the U.S. Navy lifted the blockade on Iranian ports and more than 12.5 million barrels crossed Hormuz.
- 05Vance called Israeli criticism of the deal “strange panic” in a New York Times interview.
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