Watch: Rubio outlines U.S. strategy on Iran after fresh strikes
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran’s economy and military have been significantly weakened following recent U.S. strikes. Speaking in Manila after meeting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Rubio said Washington will continue protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz while remaining open to negotiations with Tehran. His remarks came amid fresh U.S. strikes and renewed Iranian attacks, further escalating tensions in the region.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran’s economy and military have been significantly weakened following recent U.S. strikes. Speaking in Manila after meeting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Rubio said Washington will continue protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz while remaining open to negotiations with Tehran. His remarks came amid fresh U.S. strikes and renewed Iranian attacks, further escalating tensions in the region.
Updated - July 22, 2026 07:19 pm IST
Published - July 22, 2026 07:16 pm IST
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