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Rubio: Iran's Response to US Peace Plan Imminent; Allies Must Secure Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that a response from Iran to a US peace proposal could arrive imminently, following an exchange of messages. He raised urgent concerns about Iran potentially establishing an illegal toll system in the Strait of Hormuz after the current conflict. Rubio called on US allies to play a greater role in securing the vital waterway, a proposal he said partners were receptive to. His warnings align with reports that Iran's Revolutionary Guard is already enforcing a controlled corridor for shipping.

Key Points: US Awaits Iran's Response to Peace Plan, Urges Hormuz Security

  • US awaits Iran's response to peace proposal
  • Rubio urges allies to secure Strait of Hormuz
  • Warns of potential Iranian "tolling system"
  • G7 partners appear receptive to security plan
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"Coming at any moment": Rubio on Tehran's response to US proposal to end war; calls for allies to secure Hormuz after

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Tehran's reply to a US proposal could come "at any moment" and calls on allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz post-conflict.

"Those answers could be coming at any moment. - Marco Rubio"

Paris, March 28

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday said that a response from Tehran to the US proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the region could come "at any moment", while also urging US allies to play a greater role in securing the Strait of Hormuz in the post-war period.

Speaking after a G7 foreign ministers' meeting here, Rubio said Washington is awaiting a reply to a 15-point proposal put forward by the administration of US President Donald Trump.

"We haven't gotten it yet. Look, we've got messages. We've had an exchange of messages and indications from the Iranian system, whatever is left of it, about a willingness to talk about certain things," Rubio said, noting that key details remain unclear regarding potential negotiations.

"Who was it that we would be talking to? What will we be talking about, and when? When will we be talking?" the US Secretary of State added.

According to Rubio, clarity on these issues could come soon.

"Those answers could be coming at any moment," he said, suggesting it may happen as early as today or tomorrow.

Earlier on Thursday, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said that the 15-point action list that forms the framework for a peace deal given to Iran has been circulated and if a deal happens, "it will be great for the country of Iran, for the entire region and the world at large."

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"Immediately after this thing ends and we're done with our objectives, one of the immediate challenges we're going to face is an Iran that may decide that they want to set up a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz. Not only is this illegal, it's unacceptable, it's dangerous to the world, and it's important that the world have a plan to confront it," Rubio said.

He noted that while the United States would remain involved in ensuring maritime security, allies have significant stakes and are expected to play a larger role and added that partner nations appeared receptive to the proposal.

Rubio's remarks come in the context of a new report from the Shipping News website, Lloyd's List, suggesting that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) imposed a de facto 'toll booth' in the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in West Asia has put enormous stress on one of the key global shipping routes.

This requires vessels to submit full documentation, obtain clearance codes and accept IRGC-escorted passage through a single controlled corridor, the report stated.

- ANI

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Priya S
"At any moment" sounds like more diplomatic suspense. We've heard this before. The real question is, will any deal actually bring lasting peace to the region, or just a temporary pause? The people there have suffered enough.
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Rohit P
India should play a very careful and neutral role here. We have good relations with both the Gulf nations and Iran. Our priority must be securing our energy imports and the safety of Indian sailors and ships. We can be a diplomatic bridge, not a military pawn.
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Sarah B
Respectfully, the US proposal seems to put the cart before the horse. Talking about securing the Strait *after* the war assumes the deal will work. What's the plan if it doesn't? The "toll booth" report is worrying and needs immediate international attention, not just post-war planning.
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Vikram M
The Iranians are masters of strategic patience. They won't reply until it perfectly suits them. Meanwhile, global trade suffers. Hope our government is making strong backchannel communications to ensure our interests are protected no matter what deal is struck.
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Kavya N
This constant tension is bad for business everywhere. As an Indian, I just want stability so that our exports and imports aren't disrupted. A peaceful resolution is in everyone's interest, especially for developing economies like ours. Fingers crossed! 🤞

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