US-Iran Agreement Likely; EU Commission President and UK Prime Minister Welcome Progress
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the US and Iran may reach an agreement to end the Middle East conflict. EU Commission President von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Starmer welcomed the progress.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the US and Iran might announce an agreement to end the Middle East conflict later today. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have welcomed the progress. According to AFP, Rubio told reporters in New Delhi, 'I do think that perhaps in the next few hours, the world will hear some good news.' Von der Leyen posted online, 'We need an agreement that can truly de-escalate the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and guarantee full freedom of navigation without tolls. Iran must never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.' Starmer stated on X, 'We will work with international partners to seize this moment and reach a long-term diplomatic solution.'
FAQ
What is the goal of the US-Iran agreement?
To end the Middle East conflict and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.