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Rubio's Israel Visit Delayed Amid Tense Iran Talks

2/24/2026

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Rubio's Israel Visit Postponed

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Israel is postponed to March 2, confirmed by two sources.
The postponement follows the third round of United States–Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, scheduled for Thursday.
Iranian officials are to present a comprehensive proposal for a nuclear deal during talks moderated by Omani officials.
Reports indicate U.S. President Donald Trump may consider significant military action if negotiations fail.

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US-Iran Talks Progress

The United States holds another round of indirect talks with Iran, shocking Israeli officials who view it as a last chance.
Israeli officials worry Steve Witkoff, the U.S. envoy, could project weakness and buy time, while U.S. President Donald Trump sets a March 3, 2025 deadline.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi remains hopeful for a diplomatic resolution and says Iran may remove highly enriched uranium as part of an agreement.

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Rubio's Israel Visit Postponed

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Israel is postponed to March 2, confirmed by two sources.
The postponement follows the third round of United States–Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, scheduled for Thursday.
Iranian officials are to present a comprehensive proposal for a nuclear deal during talks moderated by Omani officials.
Reports indicate U.S. President Donald Trump may consider significant military action if negotiations fail.

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