Rubio: Iran War May Last 2-4 Weeks, US Prepares Troops

0:00It's March 27. You're listening to U.S. News today, AI-powered national coverage. Secretary of State Marco Rubio shared with G-7 Foreign Ministers that the war with Iran is set to last another two to four weeks. He suggested the U.S. might soon enter serious negotiations with Tehran, while also preparing to send more troops to the region. Meanwhile, Rubio explained that talks remain indirect through mediators, with no direct lines open yet. The big hurdle is uncertainty about who holds real power in Iran's leadership right now. Two Iranian officials have signaled interest in discussions, but they need sign-off from Ta-bosses. Communication lags because those officials are dodging phones and electronics to stay off the radar. The U.S. insists on hitting every goal in the fight, even as leaders weighed bigger military steps like ground troops. They're holding off for Iran to name its negotiators, clearly. Vice President J.D. Vance would likely lead the American side of talks advance, with President Donald Trump pointing to Rubio and on-voice Steve Whitcough, and Jared Kushner steering the

1:04diplomatic push. For now, the focus stays on those next moves.