Washington: The United States has intensified diplomatic efforts amid rising tensions with Iran, with Vice President JD Vance engaging Pakistani mediators in backchannel talks, according to a report by Reuters.

Sources revealed that Vance conveyed a firm message from President Donald Trump to Tehran through intermediaries. The message emphasized that Washington is open to discussing a ceasefire, but only if certain US demands are met. One of the key conditions includes reopening the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil route.

The report further noted that Vance directly communicated with Pakistani mediators as part of ongoing efforts to manage the escalating conflict. Trump’s negotiation team reportedly includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio, envoy Steve Witkoff, and senior advisor Jared Kushner.

Meanwhile, Vance warned that Trump’s patience is wearing thin, stating that US strikes on Iranian infrastructure will continue until a formal agreement is reached. The development highlights Washington’s dual strategy of sustained military pressure alongside conditional diplomatic engagement to resolve the crisis.