US Refuses To Accept Iran’s Demands
Mian Nadeem
Published: November 09, 2026 | 04:30 PM
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called some Iranian demands unreasonable and unrealistic, stating the United States was not close to a breakthrough in talks and ruled out allowing Iran to obtain weapons of mass destruction.
WASHINGTON, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 9th Nov, 2026)
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed that President Donald Trump desires a diplomatic solution to every issue, but Iran’s demands are unacceptable and negotiations with Tehran are not close to a breakthrough. He emphasized Trump’s efforts to make difficult decisions and take actions that previous administrations could not.
In a post on a social media platform, Rubio defended Trump’s choices on challenging and contentious issues, arguing that sometimes taking the right step is crucial, regardless of public opinion.
Rubio noted that when the right course of action is taken, its immediate impact on public support may not be evident, but making the right decision remains paramount. He characterized Trump’s actions as difficult yet necessary to address problems that previous administrations couldn’t solve.
He reiterated that diplomacy would be pursued if a diplomatic solution emerges. Rubio affirmed that Iran’s demands are unacceptable, with some being unreasonable and far from reality, and that negotiations are not close to a breakthrough.
Rubio affirmed that Iran should not be permitted to acquire weapons of mass destruction. He also clarified that Trump’s actions were not motivated by political gain.
Rubio did not elaborate on the specific issues he addressed in his post. His comments came amid ongoing discussions regarding the Trump administration’s foreign and domestic policies, particularly concerning Iran.