Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed reports of Russian support for Iran, asserting nothing has impeded U.S. objectives, while Trump said the renewed…
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday downplayed a New York Times report about Russian aid flowing to Iran, telling Fox News that "nothing" has impeded U.S. objectives against Tehran. "Obviously, Russia has their own hands full with Ukraine and that effort there," Rubio said in an interview with Brian Kilmeade. The Secretary of State's comments came as President Donald Trump separately stated that the renewed U.S. campaign against Iran "won't last long," suggesting the administration expects a short-term military or diplomatic pressure campaign. The twin statements from top Trump administration officials appear designed to signal confidence in U.S. strategy toward Iran despite reported Russian support for Tehran. The New York Times report, which detailed Russian assistance to Iran, did not appear to alter the administration's public posture on Iran policy. The administration has pursued an aggressive stance toward Iran since taking office, including expanded sanctions and military posturing in the Gulf region.
Sources: 1. The Hill: Rubio downplays Russian aid to Iran amid war: ‘Nothing’ impeding US objectives — https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/6067346-rubio-downplays-russian-iran-aid/ (src1) 2.