JD Vance Says First Phase Is Complete

JD Vance described the conflict as having two main phases.

According to him, the first phase involved destroying Iran’s nuclear program, conventional military forces and ability to project power. He said that phase has now been completed.

Focus Shifts to Preventing Reconstruction

Vance said the second phase would focus on ensuring that Iran cannot rebuild the capabilities targeted during the first phase.

He also linked the next stage to maintaining broader global stability.

Strait of Hormuz Traffic

Vance said the United States is currently “not engaged in aggressive operations.”

He also claimed that traffic through the Strait of Hormuz had recovered to more than 50% of normal levels, despite continued Iranian attacks on commercial shipping.

Possible Change in the Coming Months

Vance's comments support Trump's suggestion that the conflict could move toward a different stage after the U.S. midterm elections.

However, Vance did not provide a specific timeline for when military operations would end.

Key Points

  • JD Vance said the U.S.-Iran conflict could enter a different phase within months.
  • He described the initial phase as targeting Iran's nuclear and conventional military capabilities.
  • The next phase would focus on preventing Iran from rebuilding.
  • Vance said the U.S. is not currently conducting aggressive operations.
  • He said Strait of Hormuz traffic has recovered to more than 50% of normal levels.
  • He said the next phase would also involve maintaining global stability.

Source

This article is based on remarks by U.S. Vice President JD Vance as reported by the New York Post.