Rubio Says US-Iran Agreement Still Possible After Recent Strikes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said an agreement with Iran is still possible despite the recent attacks, signaling that Washington has not abandoned diplomacy even after targeting boats and missile positions in southern Iran. His remarks came as tensions remain high around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which Rubio said must stay open. Rubio said Washington is negotiating over some wording in the agreement's initial text and that the process could take several days. The comments suggest the talks remain active even as military pressure continues on the ground. Iranian officials are also continuing contacts in Doha in pursuit of a comprehensive peace agreement for the Gulf region. The parallel diplomatic track underscores that both sides are still engaged in efforts to avoid a wider escalation. Rubio's statement drew attention because it followed the latest US strikes in southern Iran. The developments point to an unsettled regional picture in which security concerns and diplomacy are advancing at the same time.