Rubio says US still willing to negotiate over Iran crisis
Rubio said Washington still prefers diplomacy, but 11 straight nights of U.S. strikes and rising shipping disruptions are deepening the conflict.
- On Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed Washington remains open to negotiations with Iran, though he expressed skepticism regarding Tehran's intentions as the widening conflict disrupts critical Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz energy chokepoints.
- The Iran-aligned Houthis announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia on Monday, threatening to attack oil tankers near the Bab el-Mandeb, known as the "Gate of Tears," prompting vessels to divert course.
- With the U.S. military bombing targets across Iran for an 11th straight night on Tuesday, Brent crude prices climbed more than 2% to hover above $91 a barrel, reflecting market instability.
- President Donald Trump renewed threats to attack Iranian nuclear facilities at Natanz, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the war has cost the United States $37.5 billion, up from nearly $29 billion in May.
- Despite the escalation, Iran requested that mediator Pakistan continue ceasefire efforts after receiving a proposal for a 10-day pause, though Rubio questioned whether Tehran remains serious about pursuing diplomatic resolution.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday warned that Iran would continue to 'pay a very heavy price' for its actions, saying President Donald Trump's approach was 'a head for an eye,' as he accused Tehran of repeatedly failing to honour agreements and signalled that Washington would maintain pressure until Iran was ready for a deal.
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