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US Vice President JD Vance accuses Israeli officials of influence campaign to derail Iran peace deal
U.S. Vice President JD Vance told podcaster Joe Rogan that, based on a Time magazine report, a discreet, well‑funded campaign run by elements inside the Israeli government is trying to manipulate American public opinion and undermine the U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding signed in June. Vance said he has “beyond a shadow of a doubt” evidence that Israelis are funding digital outreach and social‑media attacks to keep the war with Iran “indefinitely.” He stressed that foreign influence on U.S. policy is routine, but warned when it changes American judgment. The comments highlight an emerging public rift between Washington and its closest ally and raise concerns about external meddling in the diplomatic effort to end the Iran conflict.