Vance says US destroyed Iran's nuclear programme
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US Vice President JD Vance claimed on Sunday that Washington has destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme and severely degraded its military capabilities. Tehran immediately responded by demanding US compensation and an unconditional end to the naval blockade imposed on Iran, setting these as preconditions for reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The exchange escalates a confrontation that has disrupted global energy markets.
The Claim
Vance’s assertion marks the most explicit US claim to date of having disabled Iran’s nuclear program, which has been a focus of international tension for decades. The vice president offered no timeline or specifics on the military action, stating only that Washington had 'destroyed' the program and 'degraded' Iran's broader military. The remarks come amid a prolonged US naval blockade that has sharply curtailed Iranian oil exports and drawn condemnation from several nations.
Iran's Response and the Strait
In response, Iran’s foreign ministry demanded financial reparations for the alleged destruction and insisted that the blockade must be lifted before the Strait of Hormuz is reopened. The strait, which handles roughly 20% of global oil traffic, has been effectively closed to Iranian-flagged vessels under the US cordon. Both sides have accused each other of violating international law, with Tehran framing its closure of the waterway as a retaliatory measure.
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