politics
US hopes incoming Iran response sets up 'process of negotiation'
The United States is hoping to receive a response from the Iranians on Friday that will allow for the start of a “serious process of negotiation,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.

TL;DR
- US expects a response from Iran on Friday to begin negotiations.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope for a serious offer.
- Iran's leadership is reportedly fractured, potentially impeding progress.
- Iran recently launched attacks on U.S. vessels, which were unsuccessful.
- U.S. forces responded by targeting Iranian military facilities.