Rubio explains why the US holds off on a major Iran operation

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told G7 allies that economic sanctions and a naval blockade against Iran are so effective that President Donald Trump sees no need for large-scale military operations there. He made the remarks to journalists in Paris on November 10. Rubio stated that economic pressure on Iran is extraordinary and growing daily, and that Trump received information from regional Middle East allies confirming this assessment. The US previously conducted limited strikes on Iran's air defense system on November 6. Trump has decided to refrain from new military strikes on Iran following appeals from regional countries, including Qatar's prime minister. Media reports suggest the US and Iran are approaching a potential breakthrough in ending the conflict, with Tehran showing willingness to discuss its nuclear program.