Marco Rubio orders US officials to stop commentary that could strain Iran talks
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Marco Rubio instructed US ambassadors in the Middle East to limit public commentary that could escalate tensions and hinder nuclear deal negotiations with Iran. The directive, issued on February 23rd, urged restraint in public statements, interviews, and social media activity. This followed concerns within the White House that recent remarks by US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, regarding Israel's territorial rights, could negatively impact negotiations. The memo was sent after Huckabee's comments drew condemnation across the Middle East. The directive comes as Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are trying to negotiate a nuclear deal to stave off a military conflict. The latest round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday appeared to be largely unsuccessful.
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