US Ready for Iran Talks This Week, Rubio Demands Missile & Nuclear Program Discussion

• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the US is ready to meet Iran this week, but discussions must include its missile and nuclear programs.
• Rubio emphasized that for talks to be meaningful, they must cover Iran's ballistic missiles, sponsorship of terrorist organizations, nuclear program, and treatment of its own people.
• Iran has previously refused to discuss its missile program, considering them a self-defense tool.
• The potential meeting comes amid growing pressure on Iran from protests and an Israeli bombing campaign.
• Iranian state media reported talks would occur in Oman on Friday, conflicting with earlier reports of Turkey as the location, which Rubio said is still being worked out.