Rubio throws cold water on Iran talks, Trump says there's no reason to escalate war

What happened: Talks on the Iran war are set to begin, with attention on President Trump's plans. Marco Rubio cast doubt on the Iran talks, and Trump said there is no reason to escalate the war. Why it matters: Rubio's remarks and Trump's comment on escalation come as the talks are about to start, shaping expectations around the negotiations. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

Talks on the Iran war are set to begin, with attention on President Trump's plans. Marco Rubio cast doubt on the Iran talks, and Trump said there is no reason to escalate the war.

Rubio's remarks and Trump's comment on escalation come as the talks are about to start, shaping expectations around the negotiations.