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Vance: Trump asked us to turn over 'a new leaf' in ties with Iran
Narrative Analysis: Name Calling
Vance: Trump asked us to turn over 'a new leaf' in ties with Iran US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said President Donald Trump has asked to turn over a new leaf to transform the US relationship with Iran and that the technical talks that are starting in Switzerland would allow for both sides to sit together and work to resolve issues. This is a historic meeting, Vance said at the Burgenstock resort, saying the goal was to turn over a new leaf to transform our relationship with the people of Iran, and to extend an outstretched hand.
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The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jun 21, 2026
Vance: Trump asked us to turn over "a new leaf" in ties with Iranian people
Vance: Trump asked us to turn over "a new leaf" in ties with Iranian people
Al Arabiya English
· Jun 21, 2026
Vance: Trump Asked Us to Turn Over ‘a New Leaf’ With Iran
US Vice President JD Vance says President Donald Trump has asked the US delegation to turn over “a new leaf” in America’s relations with the Iranian people, as technical talks begin in Switzerland. He adds: “Now we see a future where everybody can work together to promote peace and prosperity for everyone.”
The Washington Post
· Jun 21, 2026
Trump threatens Iran over Hormuz as JD Vance holds peace talks
Trump’s warning underscores persistent tensions even as Vance said in Switzerland that he hoped Washington and Tehran would “turn over a new leaf” in their relationship.
Associated Press
· Jun 22, 2026
Uncertain progress as Vance meets top Iranian officials in Switzerland
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Sunday there was an opportunity to “turn over a new leaf” with Iran as the sides held talks aimed at building out the interim deal to end the war in Iran reached by the two sides last week. But even as Vance called on Tehran to build on the moment, President Donald Trump threatened to restart strikes on Iran for its support of Hezbollah militants in Lebanon or if it moved to close the strategic Strait of Hormuz. #shorts #vance #iran #switzerland #politics
The West Australian
· Jun 21, 2026
Vance says 'great progress' made as Iran talks kick off
US Vice President JD Vance says there is an opportunity to turn over a new leaf with Iran as the two sides meet for talks in Switzerland.
CNN
· Jun 21, 2026
Vance: US willing to ‘transform’ relations with Iran
Vice President JD Vance said the United States is willing to "fundamentally transform" its relations with Iran ahead of a high-stakes meeting with the country in Switzerland. Vance also commented on efforts to solidify a ceasefire in Lebanon. #CNN #News
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Related coverage for "Vance: Trump asked us to turn over 'a new leaf' in ties with Iran": The Hindu BusinessLine — Vance: Trump asked us to turn over "a new leaf" in ties with Iranian people. Al Arabiya English — Vance: Trump Asked Us to Turn Over ‘a New Leaf’ With Iran. The Washington Post — Trump threatens Iran over Hormuz as JD Vance holds peace talks. Associated Press — Uncertain progress as Vance meets top Iranian officials in Switzerland. The West Australian — Vance says 'great progress' made as Iran talks kick off. CNN — Vance: US willing to ‘transform’ relations with Iran