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Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with Japan's Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, convened in Munich on February 15 to reinforce the trilateral alliance between their nations.
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Rubio meets with Quint foreign ministers in Munich

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with foreign ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, along with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission.
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Secretary Rubio meets ROK Foreign Minister Cho at Munich Security Conference

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul at the Munich Security Conference.
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G7 foreign ministers address global issues at Munich Security Conference

The G7 Foreign Ministers, representing Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, convened on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
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Rubio meets with Philippine counterpart at Munich Security Conference

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo at the Munich Security Conference.
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US condemns attack on UNIFIL convoy in Beirut

The United States has condemned a violent attack on a UNIFIL convoy in Beirut, Lebanon.
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Rubio discusses U.S.-Türkiye relations with Turkish Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss enhancing U.S.-Türkiye relations, regional interests, and increasing bilateral trade.
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Rubio discusses NATO security and Ukraine war with Swedish foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard.
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Rubio discusses border security with Mexican foreign secretary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente to address several critical issues concerning both nations.
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Rubio emphasizes U.S. support for Ukraine in call with Foreign Minister Sybiha

Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.
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U.S. citizen released from detention in Belarus

The release of an American citizen and two political prisoners from captivity in Belarus has been announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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Rubio discusses US hostage releases and global diplomacy on Fox News

In a recent interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and U.S. Special Envoy for Hostages nominee Adam Boehler discussed significant developments regarding American hostages and international relations.
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Secretary Rubio plans diplomatic visits across Germany, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and UAE

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour, beginning with a visit to Munich on February 13.
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Kellogg travels to Europe for diplomatic mission focused on Ukraine

Assistant to the President and Special Presidential Envoy for Russia and Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, is set to embark on a diplomatic mission to Europe from February 13-22.
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Marc Fogel released from Russian detention after U.S. negotiation efforts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senior Advisor Adam Boehler spoke with Kaitlan Collins of CNN on February 11, 2025, via telephone to discuss the release of Marc Fogel.
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Secretary Rubio discusses hostage return and Middle East tensions

In a recent interview with Chris Cuomo of NewsNation, Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the successful return of an American citizen held overseas.
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Ganzer visits Canada for G7 nonproliferation discussions

Acting Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation, Ann K. Ganzer, is scheduled to visit Ottawa, Canada from February 11 to 13.
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US sanctions Russia-based Zservers over alleged ransomware activities

The United States, in coordination with Australia and the United Kingdom, has announced sanctions against Zservers, a Russia-based bulletproof hosting services provider.
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Rubio discusses U.S.-UAE ties and Gaza ceasefire with UAE president

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, emphasizing the significance of the strategic partnership between the United States and the United Arab Emirates.
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