Rubio Hints At ‘Plan B’ In Iran Despite New Developments…#

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that back-channel negotiations with Iran show “a little bit of movement,” but cautioned against optimism as a critical dispute over the Strait of Hormuz threatens diplomatic progress.

Rubio’s measured assessment came as Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir prepared to travel to Tehran for consultations, continuing Islamabad’s role as intermediary between Washington and Iranian officials. The comments reflect cautious engagement despite significant obstacles in ongoing discussions.

The Strait of Hormuz Stalemate

Iran’s proposal to establish what it calls a “tolling system” for commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz has