Vance: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire is a "Fragile Truce," Prepared for "Unprecedented Economic Leverage"

BlockBeats News, April 8th: On April 8th local time, U.S. Vice President Pence stated during an event in Hungary that the ceasefire reached between the U.S. and Iran is a "fragile truce." He did not disclose more details, only stating that the agreement includes a ceasefire, advancing negotiations, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Pence said that U.S. President Trump has instructed the U.S. representative in charge of negotiations with Iran to engage in discussions "in good faith," but at the same time, he said Trump is "eager to see progress."

He also stated that the U.S. is ready to use "unusual economic leverage," but Trump has instructed the U.S. to "temporarily refrain from using these measures." Pence said that if Iran negotiates "in good faith," the U.S. may reach an agreement, but the "ultimate outcome of the negotiations depends on the Iranian people." (CCTV News)