US signals no new strikes on Iran, focuses on sanctions

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told foreign counterparts that Washington does not currently plan new strikes on Iran, instead focusing on economic pressure and sanctions, Axios reported August 25. Rubio outlined the Trump administration's policy in recent phone calls, emphasizing avoiding military action, strengthening a naval blockade, and maximizing oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. This approach is expected to last until midterm elections. The US has cleared mines from the strait, restoring tanker traffic and reducing Iran's energy market influence. Officials say Iran lost control of the waterway, though strikes remain possible if Tehran attacks first.


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