Rubio says operation in Iran is 'over,' nuclear material 'has to be addressed'
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Key Points:
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury in Iran has concluded, and the U.S. is now focusing on "Project Freedom" to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open for global traffic.
- Rubio emphasized that the military objectives of Operation Epic Fury, including dismantling Iran's nuclear shield, were achieved, but he did not confirm that removing Iran's nuclear material is necessary for ending the conflict.
- Unlike President Trump’s aggressive stance, Rubio expressed a preference for peace and a diplomatic resolution, highlighting ongoing efforts by Trump's negotiators to bring Iran back to the negotiating table.
- Rubio acknowledged that talks with Iran have stalled and stressed that Iran must accept realistic terms for any successful diplomatic agreement that benefits both Iran and the international community.
- The Secretary’s remarks suggest that while positive discussions have been reported by Trump, significant challenges remain before formal negotiations with Iran can resume.
