Vice President JD Vance is preparing to travel to Pakistan to lead peace negotiations aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to multiple news reports.

President Donald Trump has directed Vance to find a diplomatic solution to end the war, sources indicate. The vice president's trip represents a significant diplomatic initiative as the administration seeks to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

The negotiations come as Vance faces scrutiny over his role in peace talks for a conflict he previously opposed initiating. His involvement in the diplomatic efforts marks a test of his negotiating abilities on the international stage.

Pakistan's role as a host for the talks positions the country as a potential mediator in the regional conflict. The South Asian nation has historically maintained relationships with both the United States and Iran.

Details about the timing and specific agenda of the peace talks have not been publicly disclosed. The diplomatic mission represents one of the most high-profile foreign policy initiatives of the new administration.