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Marco Rubio Says Iran Deal Could Take Days as US Launches Fresh Strikes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that a deal with Iran could take days as the United States launched fresh strikes targeting Iranian missile sites and boats. The strikes were described by the US military as self-defense to protect US personnel, while Iranian officials were in Qatar for talks on extending a ceasefire.

On May 26, 2026, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that a deal with Iran could take days, despite the US launching fresh strikes on Iranian positions. The strikes, which targeted missile sites and boats, were described by the US military as self-defense measures to protect US personnel. Iranian officials were in Qatar for talks on extending a ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera. Some sources suggest the deal could be reached within days, while others indicate it may take longer. The US emphasized the need for the Hormuz Strait to remain open, a critical shipping route.

Where Sources Diverge

Some sources mention the possibility of a deal within days, while others suggest it could take longer.

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PublicDeutsche WelleMay 26, 12:58 PM
Middle East: Rubio says Iran deal 'could take days'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a deal is still possible despite fresh US strikes on Iran. The US military said "self-defense" strikes were carried out to protect US military personnel. Follow DW.

IndependentAl JazeeraMay 26, 10:54 AM
Rubio says Iran deal could take days after US forces launch new attacks

US forces say they hit Iranian missile sites and boats as Iranian delegation in Qatar for talks on extending ceasefire.

IndependentThe HinduMay 26, 08:23 AM
Rubio says Iran deal still possible within days despite U.S. strikes

Marco Rubio said the Hormuz Strait is going to be open one way or the other, so they need to be open

IndependentStraits TimesMay 26, 07:59 AM
Rubio says Iran deal could take days as US launches fresh strikes - The Straits Times

Rubio says Iran deal could take days as US launches fresh strikes  The Straits Times

WireReutersMay 26, 07:58 AM
Rubio says Iran deal could take days as US launches fresh strikes - Reuters

Rubio says Iran deal could take days as US launches fresh strikes  Reuters

IndependentStraits TimesMay 26, 07:07 AM
Rubio says US still prepared to mediate on Ukraine after Russian strikes - The Straits Times

Rubio says US still prepared to mediate on Ukraine after Russian strikes  The Straits Times

IndependentStraits TimesMay 26, 07:06 AM
Rubio says Iran deal still possible within days despite US strikes - The Straits Times

Rubio says Iran deal still possible within days despite US strikes  The Straits Times

IndependentMiddle East EyeMay 26, 06:58 AM
Rubio says Iran deal remains within reach despite strikes - Middle East Eye

Rubio says Iran deal remains within reach despite strikes  Middle East Eye