US Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers a major update on the Iran war after meeting with G7 leaders in France. Rubio says the conflict could end within weeks — but tensions remain high as allies express concern over escalation, rising oil prices, and the risk of a wider war. From Vaux-de-Cernay, south of Paris. Al Jazeera's Natacha Butler reports Key Topics Covered: Rubio’s Iran war timeline prediction G7 reaction and transatlantic tensions Strait of Hormuz threat explained Russia–Iran military cooperation Calls for diplomacy and de-escalation With global stakes rising, this meeting could shape the future of international relations. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile
March 28, 2026