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US warns Venezuela as military aircraft fly near warship
The US Department of Defense has warned Venezuela to cease further provocative moves after two Venezuelan military aircraft flew near a US Navy ship in international waters. The incident has heightened tensions between Washington and Caracas, with the Pentagon describing the Venezuelan aircraft’s actions as “highly provocative” and an attempt “to interfere with our counter-narco-terror […]
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio labels Ecuadorian cartels ‘foreign terrorists’
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated two Ecuador-based gangs, Los Lobos and Los Choneros, as “foreign terrorist organizations” during a visit to Ecuador. The announcement came after Rubio met with Ecuadorian President Daniel Naboa in Quito, underscoring the US’s commitment to fighting drug trafficking and organized crime in the region. “Frankly, it’s […]
US imposes sanctions on Palestinian rights groups
The United States has imposed sanctions on three prominent Palestinian rights groups, Al-Haq, Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR), and Al-Mezan Center for Human Rights, for their engagement with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in investigating Israeli abuses. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the sanctions, stating that the groups were targeted for “directly […]
Ukraine seeks joint pressure on Russia as EU leaders arrive White House
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his call for allies to apply joint pressure on Russia to bring an end to the ongoing war and stop the killings. Ahead of a crucial meeting with President Trump at the White House, Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a united front in dealing with Russia. In a social […]
US plays arbitrator in Ukraine-Russia peace talks, but to what end?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio provided insight into the recent Alaska summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing that the US is not in a position to accept or reject any proposals. Instead, the focus is on making progress that would enable Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Putin to […]
Trump Authorizes Military Action Against Latin American Cartels
President Donald Trump has secretly signed an order directing the military to take action against drug-smuggling cartels and other criminal groups from Latin America, according to a report in The New York Times. The move appears to confirm statements earlier in the week from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who signaled the US military had […]
US Secretary of State Discusses Gaza With Counterparts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has engaged in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict in Gaza, discussing the humanitarian situation and ceasefire efforts with his UK and French counterparts. According to a readout from State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot […]
US and Russia Hold Diplomatic Talks Amid Ukraine Conflict
The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, and Russia‘s Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, have held crucial talks on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine at the ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This meeting marks a rare moment of direct engagement between Washington and Moscow, despite strained bilateral relations. According to Rubio, the two […]
Rubio Calls For Direct Negotiation Between the US and Iran
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for direct negotiations between the United States and Iran following the recent strikes on key nuclear sites. Rubio emphasized that the door for diplomacy remains open, stating, “The Iranian regime should wake up and say, ‘OK, if we really want nuclear energy in our country, there’s a […]
Vance and Marco Rubio to Attend Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass
US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both Catholics, will attend Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass at the Vatican on May 18. The Mass is scheduled for 10 a.m. Rome time in St. Peter’s Square, marking the beginning of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate as the first US-born pope. Vance, a convert […]