Iran Plays a 9/11 Game With America in Switzerland

JD Vance's optimism is sorely misplaced.

Mark Toth and Jonathan Sweet

Jun 22, 2026

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JD Vance called Sunday in Switzerland “a very, very good day.” Screenshot: White House

Optimism is a good way to keep winning the peace. But it is a lousy way to win a war. Realism is what is needed, …

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Mark Toth

Mark writes on national security & foreign policy. His work has appeared in The Hill, New York Post, Daily Mail, Washington Examiner, the Kyiv Post and is syndicated in dozens of publications. Mark also frequently commentates on TVP World.

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Jonathan Sweet

Retired Army Intelligence Officer. Freelance Author, Contributor and Columnist for The Hill, New York Post, Kyiv Post and FOX News. Providing a Warfighter's Perspective and Insight into current events that impact National Security.