Rubio says operation in Iran is 'over,' nuclear material 'has to be addressed'
Summary
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury in Iran has ended and the U.S. is now focusing on "Project Freedom" to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. He said military goals were met but acknowledged that addressing Iran's nuclear material remains an important issue, with diplomatic talks ongoing but challenging.Key Facts
- Operation Epic Fury, a U.S. military effort in Iran, is officially over.
- The operation aimed to destroy Iran’s ability to protect its nuclear program.
- The U.S. is shifting focus to "Project Freedom," which involves securing traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
- President Donald Trump has emphasized preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons as a key goal.
- Rubio said the U.S. prefers peace and a diplomatic deal but did not confirm if removing Iran’s nuclear material is required to end the conflict.
- Talks with Iran are difficult, but Trump’s negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are working to find a diplomatic solution.
- Rubio stated any new military actions would need careful consideration and possibly congressional approval.
- Trump recently mentioned positive discussions with Iran on social media, but Rubio indicated that more work remains.
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