Marco Rubio told G7 ministers in France the war will probably be over in two to four weeks.
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Two to four weeks.
Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State told G7 foreign ministers Friday that the conflict with Iran is estimated to continue for another two to four weeks, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the meeting.
Rubio also indicated that the U.S. could be close to having serious negotiations with Tehran, even as the administration considers intensifying military options while sending additional troops to the region, reports Axios.
“The U.S. expects the war to end within ‘weeks and not months,’” Rubio said during a press gaggle after the meeting in France.
"This is not going to be a prolonged conflict."
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is very confident of achieving its objectives in Iran without ground troops, after saying the war will end in weeks.https://t.co/HdkobKcYlp
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According to sources, Rubio told colleagues that the U.S. is having indirect contact with Iran through mediators rather than in direct conversations, according to a story by Newsmax. He stated there is ambiguity over who is making decisions in Tehran, muddling diplomatic efforts.
Two Iranian officials have shown attention in negotiations with the U.S., but they need authorization from Iran’s top governance. He added that interaction has been slowed because Iranian officials are skirting electronic devices out of concern that they could be tracked and targeted.
As the war persists, Rubio said the U.S. is still waiting for clarity on who would represent Iran in potential peace talks. If negotiations advance, Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead the U.S. delegation for further talks.
President Donald Trump has said Rubio and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are also involved in diplomatic efforts.
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