U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday (May 22, 2026) there was 'slight progress' during talks with Iran amid uncertainty as to whether a deal will be reached or war will resume.
Rubio spoke days after U.S. President Donald Trump said he was hopeful for a diplomatic resolution but warned that military action remained an option if negotiations fail. The talks, which have been ongoing for several weeks, aim to curb Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
Iranian officials have not publicly commented on the U.S. assessment. The next round of negotiations is expected to take place in Vienna, though no date has been confirmed.
The situation remains tense, with both sides signaling a willingness to continue dialogue but also preparing for potential escalation.
