Rubio Says ‘Solid’ Iran-U.S. Deal Could Happen ‘Maybe Today’ As Global Markets Rise
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that a deal with Iran could be announced soon, possibly today. This announcement comes as global markets react positively, with stocks rising and oil prices falling. Rubio emphasized the importance of a solid agreement while allowing diplomacy to take its course.
- ▪Rubio mentioned that work on the Iran deal is still ongoing and news could come soon.
- ▪He believes there is a solid proposal regarding nuclear negotiations and the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Global markets, particularly in Europe and Asia, have reacted positively to the potential deal, with significant stock increases.
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BreakingBusinessRubio Says ‘Solid’ Iran-U.S. Deal Could Happen ‘Maybe Today’ As Global Markets RiseBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorMay 25, 2026, 04:24am EDTMay 25, 2026, 04:26am EDTToplineSecretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that the U.S. could have some news to announce “maybe today” on a deal with Iran, but reiterated President Donald Trump’s remarks about not being in a hurry, as optimism about a potential peace agreement caused global stocks to soar and oil prices to plummet.
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