Rubio Says Iran Economy Crippled, No Need for Major Military Action

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that US economic sanctions and other restrictions on Iran have been highly effective, making large-scale military action against Tehran currently unnecessary. Speaking after a G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Paris, Rubio said the economic pressure on Iran has been "devastating" and that President Donald Trump has concluded the same strategic goals can be achieved through economic means. He warned that US forces remain ready if Iran crosses a "red line." European G7 members urged Rubio to avoid actions that could escalate tensions with Iran. Rubio expressed skepticism about a potential deal, saying Iran has proposed "absurd" conditions, but suggested economic realities could eventually force Tehran to change its approach.