United States conducts diplomatic consultations regarding Iran

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Washington is engaged in continuous consultations and negotiations regarding the situation with Iran, often utilizing mediators. Speaking after the G-20 foreign ministers meeting in Atlanta, Rubio emphasized that while the administration prefers diplomatic solutions, the decision regarding potential new military actions rests with President Donald Trump.

The G-20 meeting concluded without a joint official communique due to disagreements over various international issues, including the war in Ukraine, tensions involving Iran, American tariffs, and disputes in the South China Sea. Rubio held bilateral discussions on the Iranian situation with foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia and Turkey, noting that Turkey is participating in diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.

Reports indicate that U.S. representatives have advised several Middle Eastern countries and regional allies to prepare for possible new strikes against Iran following the U.S. elections, with Washington also anticipating potential retaliatory actions from Tehran. In response, Iranian Major General Ali Abdolrahimi, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, announced that the military is preparing a new list of enemy targets and assets covering a wider geographic area than previously targeted.