"A deal with Iran may not be possible"
Quick Look
- US official Rubio stated that there was no progress in a diplomatic solution with Iran and described Iran's demands as 'excessive and ridiculous'.
- Rubio emphasized that the United States will act defensively to protect its forces in the region.
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Why It Matters
The search for nuclear armament and diplomatic solutions between the USA and Iran continues.
Rubio answered questions from members of the press in the state of Florida before departing for Paris, the capital of France, to attend the G7 Foreign Ministers Meeting.
Saying that the progress made towards finding a diplomatic solution with Iran "is not very productive", Rubio said, "I cannot say that we are on the verge of progress." he said.
"The (US President Donald Trump) President always prefers to solve this problem and any problem through diplomatic means. But unfortunately, sometimes this is not possible," Rubio said. he said.
Emphasizing that the Washington administration is open to diplomatic initiatives, Rubio described Iran's demands as "excessive and ridiculous."
Regarding the possibility of the USA launching new military attacks, Rubio said that Washington's actions are for defensive purposes and are shaped by threats to US forces and maritime traffic.
Rubio stated that Washington has the right to defend itself if there is a clear and imminent threat to US forces or shipping in the region.
Defending Trump's stance on the ongoing war with Iran, Rubio argued that the US President "saw a real threat" to stop Iran's attempts to acquire nuclear weapons and took action in this context, "even though it was not a popular step."
Rubio stated that confronting difficult issues concerning the security of the country may not always receive public support, but it is necessary.
Open Questions
- What are Iran's demands that are considered 'excessive'?
- When will the US's defense moves in the region increase significantly?
