Blinken: any diplomatic resolution likely requires Iran sanctions relief or Strait-related concessions.
Former US officials Blinken and Pompeo publicly debated US options on Iran, with Blinken favoring diplomacy and sanctions relief over escalation, and Pompeo rejecting concessions. Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi reportedly warned of severe retaliation if the US chooses war, while stating a ceasefire offer remains valid conditional on halting hostilities on all fronts.
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