Rubio says US yet to decide on new Iran strikes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Donald Trump has not yet decided on launching new strikes against Iran, despite ongoing clashes and stalled peace negotiations. Speaking at a press conference in Atlanta, Georgia, Rubio emphasized that military action remains a possibility but stressed that any decision on further military steps would be carefully considered.

He condemned Iran for actively and openly attacking commercial vessels but also expressed hope for a diplomatic resolution to end the conflict with Iran. However, Rubio did not provide a timeline for ongoing peace talks and reiterated that the US remains open to a diplomatic solution if one becomes available. Iran's supreme leader warned the US and Israel against initiating new attacks, following threats of renewed strikes after the crucial midterm elections.

Earlier, Trump mentioned the potential for further military action after the midterms, though he has not made a final decision. Any subsequent attack would likely face backlash from US allies. EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas called for a diplomatic solution, emphasizing that escalation benefits no one.