US has not finalised decision on further Iran strikes: Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that the United States has not yet determined whether to launch additional strikes against Iran, signalling that diplomatic channels remain under consideration.

Rubio told reporters that President Trump would prefer to resolve the escalating tensions through negotiation rather than military confrontation. The remarks come amid heightened US-Iran hostilities in the Middle East, with regional implications for global trade and security.

The statement suggests the Trump administration is taking a measured approach to its Iran policy, weighing military options against diplomatic engagement. Officials have indicated that any decisions on further military action would depend on Iranian responses and developments in the coming weeks.

The US has previously conducted strikes against Iranian targets and militia groups, citing security concerns. Malaysia and other regional nations have expressed concern about the escalating tensions and their potential impact on international shipping lanes and regional stability.