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Rubio tells allies U.S. shifting from strikes to sanctions on Iran

Axios·August 25, 2026·1 min read
Rubio tells allies U.S. shifting from strikes to sanctions on Iran

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told allies the U.S. is shifting from strikes to sanctions on Iran, focusing on other pressure means. The U.S. believes its naval blockade is suffocating Iran, and mine clearing in the Strait of Hormuz is a watershed moment. Strikes aren't ruled out if Iran attacks first.

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