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Iran demanded that the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency condemn a U.S. offer of up to $20 million for information about Tehran's nuclear program. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi complained that the offer encourages espionage and endangers Iranian scientists. Araghchi then lashed out at Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who said America's economic campaign is so devastating that there is no need for major combat operations. Araghchi also threatened to rain down hell if Washington chooses war, and said the Strait of Hormuz could reopen within two days if Iran's demands are met.