Trump claims rapid Iran talks while Iran says zero contact and Rubio admits radio silence for six straight days

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said this today (June 2, 2026) during testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

He stated Iran has mined large portions/segments of the Strait of Hormuz, fired on commercial ships, and that this is why the U.S. maintains a blockade on Iranian vessels only. He emphasized the strait must remain open without tolls or threats.

Similar points on Iranian mining were raised by Rubio in May as well.

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