U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the memorandum of understanding with Iran is not a comprehensive agreement, but rather a document outlining the basic guidelines for negotiations. He also called the Israel-Lebanon talks 'very good' and said the U.S. hopes to reach a joint statement of intent soon, according to his remarks reported by Abu Ali Express.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday clarified the nature of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, describing it as a framework document rather than a final deal. Speaking after a meeting with senior Gulf state officials, Rubio also expressed optimism about Israel-Lebanon talks, calling Wednesday's outcomes 'very good' and voicing hope for a joint statement of intent in the near future.
Separately, Rubio reiterated that the U.S. will not accept any fees or tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and that Gulf states including Oman oppose such charges. On Iraq, he noted 'positive signs' regarding the formation of a new government, with the incoming prime minister expected to visit Washington soon for talks with President Trump.
As The Zioneer reported earlier Thursday, Rubio also stated that Iran's system remains under the direction of 'radical clerics' and that the U.S. has transferred no funds to Iran.
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