Rubio: Iran sanctions working, no need for combat; hails Russia-Ukraine talks

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that economic restrictions on Iran are working effectively, making major combat operations unnecessary. He spoke to the press during the G7 meeting in Paris. Rubio also praised US-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi as "very productive" and suggested expanding the discussions to include European participants at the negotiating table. The press conference took place alongside the G7 summit in Paris, where Iran and the Ukraine conflict were key agenda items. Rubio's comments signal a continued diplomatic approach over military action.


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