Secretary of State Marco Rubio held an introductory call with Germany's newly appointed Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. The conversation focused on mutual priorities, particularly the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the necessity for European countries to enhance their defense budgets.
"The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio had an introductory call today with newly appointed German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. They discussed shared priorities including ending the war in Ukraine, and the need for European nations to increase defense spending."