Rubio sees 'no need' for major combat operations against Iran

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed on Tuesday no intention to resume large-scale combat operations against Iran. He stated that the current economic sanctions and other restrictions against the country are proving to be highly effective. In a discussion at the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Paris, Rubio emphasized that the economic campaign against Iran has reached a point where major combat operations are no longer necessary.

President Donald Trump concurred, stating that for now, achieving the desired objective through economic means was sufficient. However, Rubio warned that if Iran were to cross certain "red lines," the U.S. military would be prepared to respond with significant force, warning that Tehran would face a "terrible price." Despite the G7 members urging Rubio to prevent any further escalation against Iran, the European counterparts remained cautious.

Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani unexpectedly joined the G7 talks alongside four European diplomats and the Saudi foreign minister, discussing matters at the sidelines of the summit with President Trump.