Swapna Kumbar , Bengaluru - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has delivered a stern warning to Iran, saying the United States will either secure a strong agreement with Tehran or deal with the situation another way. His remarks came after President Donald Trump cautioned against expecting an immediate breakthrough in negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, which has continued since late February.

Speaking in New Delhi on Monday, Rubio acknowledged that Washington had expected possible developments in the talks over the weekend but stressed that no final agreement had yet been reached. “We thought we might have some news last night, maybe today. I wouldn’t read too much into it,” he said while addressing reporters. Rubio emphasized that the Trump administration remains committed to securing an agreement that guarantees long-term regional stability and addresses concerns surrounding Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities. However, he also signaled that the US remains prepared for alternative measures if diplomacy fails. The comments come amid fragile ceasefire efforts and ongoing international mediation involving Gulf nations and regional partners. Negotiations are reportedly focused on sanctions relief, maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and restrictions connected to Iran’s nuclear activities. Analysts say the cautious tone from Washington reflects both the complexity of the talks and growing concerns that failure to reach an agreement could push the region back toward military escalation with serious global economic consequences.

Rubio’s remarks underline the uncertain state of the US-Iran negotiations despite continuing diplomatic engagement. With expectations fluctuating and tensions still high, the coming days are expected to play a decisive role in determining whether diplomacy succeeds or the crisis moves toward another dangerous phase.