Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed on Friday that back-channel discussions to halt the U.S.-Israel war with Iran is “a little bit of movement.”

not only governments but consumers worldwide, potentially influencing fuel costs, supply chains, and economic growth far beyond the region itself.

For now, diplomacy remains the preferred path.

Negotiators continue talking.

Messages continue moving between capitals.

Meetings continue behind closed doors.

Yet Rubio’s caution underscores a reality many officials continue reading …