US shifts from strikes to sanctions in new Iran pressure strategy

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told allies that Washington does not currently plan new strikes on Iran, shifting to sanctions and other pressure tactics, according to Axios. The US believes its naval blockade is strangling Iran, with more oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, reducing Tehran's influence on global energy markets. Rubio did not rule out strikes if Iran attacks first. The policy is expected to last until midterm elections, with possible military campaign reconsideration later. US officials say Iran has lost control of the strait, and no talks are underway, only pressure.


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