Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Rīga TV

World and Latvian news in one place

Middle EastPublished: 20 July 2026 at 09:37

Rubio Says U.S. Still Open to Diplomacy With Iran

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States remains open to diplomatic talks with Iran, even as both sides intensify attacks. Iran has signaled a willingness to negotiate, according to Rubio.

Foto: The New York Times

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the United States is still open to diplomacy with Iran, even as the two countries escalate their attacks against each other. Rubio noted that Iran has signaled a desire to negotiate with Washington, indicating that both sides may be willing to explore a diplomatic path despite rising tensions.

The remarks come amid heightened conflict in the Middle East. The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in retaliatory strikes, but Rubio’s statement suggests that a diplomatic channel remains possible. This could be an opportunity to de-escalate the situation and prevent a broader war in the region.

No specific details about the format or timing of potential talks have been released. However, signals from both sides point to a possible opening for dialogue. Rubio emphasized that the U.S. seeks a peaceful resolution and is prepared to use both diplomacy and other means to protect its interests.

Comments

0/1500

Comments are automatically moderated. No hate, threats, personal data or spam.

Loading comments…

More in this category