Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to address the recent leaders summit on Ukraine, which took place on March 2. The discussion focused on the UK's efforts to encourage European nations to bolster their defense capabilities and pursue peace in Ukraine.
According to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, "The Secretary thanked Foreign Secretary Lammy for the UK’s role in encouraging Europe to provide for its own defense and push for peace in Ukraine." During the call, Secretary Rubio reiterated that the United States is prepared to negotiate an end to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. He emphasized ongoing collaboration with the UK in pursuit of peace in Ukraine.