US seeks Iran deal, but 'not at any price,' Rubio says
Summary
The United States is negotiating a deal with Iran to end conflict and ensure safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said they will not accept a deal that lets Iran charge fees on shipping, as this could cause chaos in the region. A recent attack on a ship in the strait led the United Nations to pause efforts to evacuate trapped vessels.Key Facts
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Gulf countries to reassure allies amid Middle East tensions.
- The U.S. and Iran have a preliminary agreement to address Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions, and safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Rubio said the U.S. wants a deal but "not at any price," emphasizing regional security and stability.
- Iran wants to introduce maritime fees in the strait, but the U.S. opposes this, fearing it could cause widespread disruption.
- A cargo ship was recently hit by an unknown projectile near Oman, causing damage but no injuries.
- The International Maritime Organization paused the evacuation of about 600 trapped ships in the region for safety reasons.
- Gulf Cooperation Council foreign ministers stressed that Iran’s missile program and support for proxy groups must also be addressed.
- A new shipping route near Oman was created to help avoid conflict zones but faced opposition from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.
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