Duval Times

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has released a video urging President Joe Biden to make it clear to Iran that the United States will not tolerate any attacks on its troops or personnel in the Middle East. In the video, Senator Rubio emphasizes the need for a strong and credible response if Iranian-backed militia groups in the region target American forces.

Rubio highlights the recent uptick in attacks by these groups and warns that if left unchecked, it could escalate into a full-scale campaign. He stresses the importance of President Biden laying out clear and credible red lines to deter Iran from crossing them. Should Iran choose to attack, Rubio asserts that the United States will be forced to retaliate.

"I don't want there to be a Middle East war. I don't want the US involved in another Middle East war. But if Iran, through its proxies, decides to attack us, we're going to have to retaliate," Rubio states in the video.

Senator Rubio's concerns are not new. On October 11, 2023, he issued a warning that Iran, either directly or through proxies, could target U.S. service members or facilities in the region. At that time, Rubio called on the Biden Administration to send a clear message to Iran, stating, "We will consider it an attack by the Iranian state, and we will respond in kind."

In the Spanish version of his video, Rubio emphasizes the need for President Biden to clarify that the United States is not seeking a war with Iran. However, he stresses that if Iranian-backed groups continue to target American forces in the region, a response will be necessary. Rubio expresses concern that without a clear message from President Biden, there could be a significant increase in attacks against Americans in the coming days.

It is crucial for President Biden to address these concerns in his upcoming address to the nation. Senator Rubio's video serves as a reminder that the United States will not tolerate any attacks on its troops or personnel in the Middle East and that a strong and credible response will be implemented if necessary.

To learn more, click on this link: https://www.rubio.senate.gov/english-espanol-video-biden-must-make-it-clear-to-iran-they-must-not-attack-the-u-s-video-biden-must-make-it-clear-to-iran-they-must-not-attack-the-u-s/