Vice President JD Vance addressed the United States’ diplomatic relationship with Israel on June 9, 2026, during an appearance on Jesse Watters Primetime. He noted that while the U.S. and Israel share many interests, there are also areas where their interests diverge. Vance emphasized that the primary U.S. objective regarding Iran is to prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons.
His comments followed U.S. intelligence reports indicating that Israel had been surveilling American negotiators involved in U.S.-Iran peace talks. Vance acknowledged Israel's security concerns but stated that U.S. policy toward Iran would be guided by American national interests.
He mentioned that negotiations with Iran are showing signs of progress, suggesting that Iran is willing to engage seriously at the negotiating table. Vance also expressed optimism about reaching a Middle East peace deal, highlighting the importance of robust monitoring and inspections to ensure compliance with any agreements made.
Vance concluded by stating that a successful U.S.-Iran peace agreement would be a significant achievement for the United States.