Vance ‘worried about success’ of Iran attack before war, report says

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14 Mar 2026 • 7:49 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Vice President JD Vance privately expressed skepticism about the United States attacking Iran before Operation Epic Fury began, according to a new report.
  • Unnamed administration officials claimed Vance “opposes” the war and is “worried about success,” despite his public endorsement of the military campaign.
  • Vance has publicly defended the war, stating it will not be an open-ended conflict and that President Donald Trump has taken steps to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
  • Trump acknowledged Vance was “philosophically a little different” and “less enthusiastic” about the war, but still “quite enthusiastic.”
  • White House officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, have downplayed internal divisions, describing Vance as an “indispensable voice” and a valuable team member.

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