Marco Rubio told reporters Tuesday the U.S. still clearly wants talks with Iran. He said Tehran continues to avoid substantive shunning discussions. He spoke in Manila at the regional meeting. An official from China joined the talks about the Indo-Pacific.
Oil rose this week. Oil prices climbed this week. Analysts attribute the increase to Iran’s nuclear work. They also point to growing risks in the Middle East. Gulf states and Iran continue to clashing over strategic power.