Marco Rubio is the U.S. Secretary of State since 2025. Known for his hawkish stance on Iran, opposition to its nuclear program, and strong support for Israel. Recently, Rubio has led U.S. diplomacy on Iran nuclear talks, brokered Lebanon-Israel arrangements, and engaged Gulf partners on regional security. Last updated 1 day ago
An "air bridge" to Washington is forming, i24NEWS reports. Senior Israeli officials, including defense figures, are expected in the U.S. capital in the coming weeks, against the backdrop of stalled U.S.-Iran talks and the framework agreemen...
An "air bridge" to Washington is forming, i24NEWS reports. Senior Israeli officials, including defense figures, are expected in the U.S. capital in the coming weeks, against the backdrop of stalled U.S.-Iran talks and the framework agreement signed with Lebanon.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar is expected to meet Secretary of State Marco Rubio in about a week and a half. Talks are also advancing on a visit by Defense Minister Israel Katz.
A source familiar with the matter: "The military option is still on the table."
Americans will soon be able to take passport photos at home with a phone or laptop camera instead of visiting CVS, Walgreens, or another photo service, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. The photos would be verified in real time using facial recognition, per the State Department.
China's Foreign Minister held a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, according to Xinhua.
He urged Washington to treat Taiwan-related issues with caution, said both sides should control risks, and called on China and the U.S. to stay on course toward a constructive relationship of strategic stability.
The U.S. interpretation of the Lebanon memorandum of understanding, per WSJ: no one on Trump's team wants Israel forced to hand southern Lebanon to an Iranian proxy, as Iran demands. The VP backs Secretary of State Rubio on the matter.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with whom I have held several conversations, has expressed U.S. support for the concept of a security zone that prevents Iran and Hezbollah from attacking us
A U.S.-brokered framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel was signed at the State Department in Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called it a step forward following recent talks but said "much work" remains, while Lebanon's ambassador described the framework as an initial step.
A Declaration of Intent in the Lebanese-Israeli negotiations has been reached and will be signed shortly with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio present. Two pilot areas for Israeli withdrawal were agreed upon, serving as a prelude to a full withdrawal later.
Iran could earn $40 billion annually by imposing any toll on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Wall Street Journal. Secretary of State Rubio: "We will not agree to any fee."
Rubio says U.S. search and rescue teams from Fairfax County and Los Angeles are deploying to Venezuela after widespread building collapses. The damaged airport will require Department of War assets for access, and the U.S. is providing over...
Rubio says U.S. search and rescue teams from Fairfax County and Los Angeles are deploying to Venezuela after widespread building collapses. The damaged airport will require Department of War assets for access, and the U.S. is providing overhead imagery of coastal areas with limited visibility.
Qatar, El Salvador, Chile, and others have offered support. Rubio said the 48-72 hour priority is reaching people trapped under rubble. Longer-term needs - housing, telecommunications, managing a surge in private U.S. donations - will be assessed once teams are on the ground.
Rubio: “You're not going to have peace and stability in this region as long as there are non-state actors operating within the boundaries and borders of sovereign countries and being funded by Iran."
