Speculation swirls around a February 28 Rubio-Netanyahu parley as US signals endgame preparations against Iran. Officials confirm the meet’s likelihood, with Israeli media detailing America’s frenzied diplomatic-military buildup.
Post-Geneva, Iran’s assent to a US-drafted outline promises steps to sidestep Tehran-Washington Armageddon. Rubio’s orchestration of Trump-era strategies, bolstered by his NSA role, positions him centrally.
National Security Council brass huddled in the White House Wednesday, hearing projections of complete force readiness by March’s midpoint for strikes. CBS via i24: Trump briefed on imminent military capability this weekend, decision pending.
Standard ops could relocate US assets from Mideast in days, ahead of action or blowback.
Netanyahu’s prior Trump huddle demanded missile curbs and proxy defunding in nuclear talks. This convergence of talks, threats, and troop movements heralds a pivotal moment, balancing escalation risks with alliance imperatives in a volatile theater.