Rubio says US will find 'another way' if Iran talks fail
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. will either secure a favorable agreement with Iran or pursue alternative actions. He emphasized the importance of giving diplomacy a chance to succeed, despite ongoing tensions. Meanwhile, oil prices have dropped as optimism about a potential peace deal grows.
- ▪Rubio mentioned that the U.S. would explore other options if negotiations with Iran fail.
- ▪President Trump indicated that the U.S. blockade on Iranian ships would remain until a certified agreement is reached.
- ▪Iran's government has not responded immediately to the U.S. proposals, but there are ongoing negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions.
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Rubio says US will find 'another way' if Iran talks failSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 25, 2026, 01:34 PMUpdated May 25, 2026, 01:50 PMListenWASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, May 25 - The United States will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday, as Washington played down hopes for an imminent breakthrough in the three-month-old war.Rubio told reporters in New Delhi that the U.S.
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