US ‘open’ to negotiations with Iran but Tehran not ‘serious’, Rubio says
US Secretary of State says Iranian control over Strait of Hormuz sets 'dangerous precedent', as attacks continue.
The United States is prepared to talk with Iran, but Tehran is not approaching negotiations in good faith, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday, according to a monitored public feed citing Al Jazeera. His remarks came as tensions remained high and attacks continued.
Rubio said Iran’s influence over the Strait of Hormuz poses a “dangerous precedent,” underscoring Washington’s concern about the strategic waterway, one of the world’s most important shipping routes. The comments added to an already fraught standoff between the two countries, with the US signaling openness to diplomacy while accusing Iran of failing to take talks seriously.
The feed summary did not provide additional detail on the location or timing of Rubio’s remarks, nor did it outline any direct response from Iranian officials. It also did not specify whether any new diplomatic channel had been proposed or when further discussions might take place.
Tensions between Washington and Tehran have repeatedly centered on the Strait of Hormuz, where even limited disruption can affect global energy markets and regional security. Rubio’s warning suggests the US views any attempt by Iran to assert control over the passage as a significant escalation.
This report is based on a monitored public feed and is attributed to Al Jazeera Latest. Source: Al Jazeera Latest - https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/22/us-open-to-negotiations-with-iran-but-tehran-not-serious-rubio-says?traffic_source=rss
