US Vice President Vance: 'Iran Conflict Not a Permanent War'

US Vice President Vance announced at a White House briefing that the conflict with Iran would not be a 'permanent war.' This briefing is also seen as a prelude to the 2028 presidential election.

Wed May 20 2026

Vice President Addresses Iran Conflict at White House Briefing

US Vice President Vance made her first appearance at the White House press briefing on the 19th. Vance addressed the escalating conflict with Iran, emphasizing that it would not be a 'permanent war.' This statement comes amid surging oil prices and fluctuations in President Donald Trump's approval ratings.

Briefing Seen as 2028 Presidential Campaign Preview

The briefing by Vice President Vance is also being interpreted as an unofficial prelude to the 2028 presidential race between Vance and Secretary of State Rubio. Vance's move to deliver a public message from the official White House podium has sparked various speculations about the future presidential landscape.

*Source: Yahoo新聞 (2026-05-20)*

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