US says no need for new attacks but calls Iran's peace terms 'absurd'

News Nov 10, 2026 · Strait of Hormuz

US says no need for new attacks but calls Iran's peace terms 'absurd' Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 11/10/2026 - 19:02 Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US is happy to continue the status quo, with the economic pressure 'working so well' Vessels are seen at the Strait of Hormuz from Musandam, Oman, on 19 October 2026 (Stringer/Reuters) Off The US is downplaying the chances of a fresh attack against Iran even as it characterises Tehran’s conditions for a political settlement as “absurd”. U

Source: Middle East Eye