US Secretary Rubio Cautions Asian Leaders on Iran's Strait of Hormuz Demands

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Asian leaders that Iran's potential control and toll collection in the Strait of Hormuz would severely impact the global economy and freedom of navigation. Speaking at an ASEAN meeting, Rubio highlighted the broader Middle East conflict's effect on energy markets. He also reaffirmed Washington's commitment to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.