US President Trump stated in an interview with American media on the 14th that the Iran conflict is “nearing its end.”

Trump was interviewed by a Fox News Channel reporter that day. The reporter asked why he kept saying “the war is over.” Trump replied, “I think (the Iran conflict) is nearing its end. Yes, I mean, I think it’s very close to being over.”

US Media: If US and Iran Return to Negotiations, Vance Will Lead Delegation Again

According to a report on the 14th, if the United States and Iran hold a second round of face-to-face talks, US Vice President Vance is expected to lead the American delegation again.

The report cited informed sources stating that US President Trump’s special envoy Witkof and his son-in-law Kushner are also expected to attend the negotiations. The sources said Trump has assigned these three individuals the task of finding a diplomatic path to end the war and still trusts them to accomplish this mission. Since the first round of US-Iran talks concluded last weekend, Vance, Witkof, and Kushner have maintained contact with Iranian officials and intermediaries.

US Vice President Vance (front center) arrives at Pakistan’s Nur Khan Air Base.

Trump hinted in his interview with American media on the 14th that the US and Iran might return to the negotiating table in Pakistan within the next two days.

Previously, US media reported on the 13th that the US and Iran are still in contact, and the Trump administration is discussing details for holding a second face-to-face meeting.

Iranian Media: Iran and US May Restart Talks

According to a report on the 15th, Iranian and US delegations may restart negotiations in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, later this week.

US and Iranian delegations began talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on the 11th. The talks concluded on the morning of the 12th without reaching any agreement. The Iranian side stated the negotiations took place in an “atmosphere of distrust and suspicion,” with disagreements on two or three important issues. The US side stated it had clearly explained its own “red lines,” but the Iranian side did not accept the US conditions.

Fox News Channel

Fox News Channel is a major American cable news network founded in 1996 by media mogul Rupert Murdoch and Roger Ailes. It was established with a stated mission to provide “fair and balanced” news coverage but is widely recognized for its conservative editorial perspective and commentary. The channel has played a significant role in shaping U.S. political media and remains a highly influential, though often polarizing, source of news and opinion programming.

Nur Khan Air Base

Nur Khan Air Base, located near Rawalpindi, Pakistan, is a major Pakistan Air Force facility named after Air Marshal Nur Khan, a former commander-in-chief. Historically, it was originally known as Chaklala Airbase and served as a significant Royal Air Force station during the British colonial era before the partition of India. Today, it functions as a key operational and transport hub, also hosting the No. 12 Squadron and serving the nearby military and civilian aviation needs.

Pakistan

Pakistan is a modern nation-state established in 1947 as a homeland for Muslims of British India, with a rich history rooted in the ancient Indus Valley Civilization—one of the world’s earliest urban cultures. It is a culturally diverse country featuring significant Islamic architectural sites like the Mughal-era Badshahi Mosque and the ancient archaeological ruins of Mohenjo-daro.

Islamabad

Islamabad is the purpose-built capital city of Pakistan, established in the 1960s to replace Karachi. It was meticulously planned by Greek architect Constantinos Apostolou Doxiadis and is known for its modern layout, wide boulevards, and scenic location at the foothills of the Margalla Hills. The city houses important national institutions, including the Faisal Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, which was completed in 1986.