Marco Rubio told reporters Tuesday the U.S. still firmly wants dialogue with Iran. He said Tehran keeps avoid real sidestepping discussions. He spoke in Manila at the ASEAN session. An official from China participated in the talks about the Indo-Pacific.
Oil rose this week. Oil costs increased this week. Analysts link the jump to Iran’s nuclear work. They also highlight growing risks in the Middle East. Gulf states and Iran are fighting over local power.
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