President Trump says new US strikes on Iran look very unlikely if Tehran makes progress on its nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. The two sides have been negotiating privately through Qatar.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a breakthrough is not close yet. Iran is seeking relief for billions in frozen assets and compensation for the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Trump told 60 Minutes he does not dispute Vice President JD Vance's view that the war was partly why Republicans lost, but defends attacking Iran. He meets Qatar's prime minister Monday.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio may be considering leaving the Trump administration after GOP midterm losses and the fallout from the Iran war.
He could step down to prepare for a possible 2028 presidential run, but he has yet to say whether he will resign or seek the nomination. JD Vance is seen as his chief likely competitor.
Republicans lost their majorities in both chambers of Congress, and up to five cabinet officials might step down. The White House and State Department both dismissed the report as baseless.
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