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'Certain elements' in Israeli government want endless war, says US VP JD Vance

US Vice-President JD Vance has intensified his criticism of sections of the Israeli government, accusing them of trying to derail Washington's diplomatic efforts with Iran and prolong the conflict "indefinitely".

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Speaking in an interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Vance alleged that some figures within Israel had sought to influence American public opinion against negotiations with Tehran. He said his priority was carrying out President Donald Trump's objective of reaching a settlement that prevents Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon while safeguarding US interests.

His latest remarks come after Netanyahu recently rejected Vance's earlier suggestion that the United States was Israel's only major ally, pointing to India as an example of the country's strong international support while reaffirming his close relationship with both Vance and Trump.

Vance alleges campaign to derail Iran negotiations

Vance claimed there had been a "very discreet, extremely well-funded campaign" aimed at undermining negotiations with Iran and said those involved had personally targeted him for supporting diplomacy.

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