US economic pressure forcing Iran to reconsider stance, says VP Vance

US Vice President J.D. Vance said on Thursday that economic pressure on Iran is forcing Tehran to reconsider its approach to the agreement it seeks with Washington, noting that continued pressure will prompt Iran to rethink its options.

Vance explained that sustained economic pressure will make Tehran carefully weigh whether to keep its economy constrained or move toward building better relations with the West.

He added that the US administration will continue with its economic strategy, expressing confidence that it will ultimately achieve its goals.

Vance noted that recent weeks have shown Iranians are feeling the impact of these pressures far more than Washington, highlighting the effect of US economic policy on Tehran's calculations.

On the Strait of Hormuz, Vance said that "despite Iran targeting commercial vessels," US forces have succeeded in ensuring the safe passage of large quantities of oil and gas through this vital waterway.

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The US vice president stressed the need for the international community to continue securing the flow of energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the importance of maintaining oil and gas shipments via this route.

In closing, Vance affirmed that the United States aims to create a new reality that ensures Iran will not attempt to rebuild its nuclear facilities.