Marco Rubio

Rubio calls Western recognition of Palestine 'irrelevant,' blames it for derrailing hostage talks

Rubio also said that Trump would be uninterested in a partial hostage deal, adding that the US president "wants all 48 hostages out, including the 20 who are alive and the 28 who are deceased."

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Candles are placed next to a picture of Charlie Kirk during a vigil under the line "In Memory of Charlie Kirk, for freedom, patriotism and justice" in front of the Embassy of the United States in Berlin, Germany September 11, 2025.

President Donald Trump, dignitaries, pastors and 90,000 others pay tribute to Charlie Kirk 

 Ghazi Hamad, member of Hamas Political Office, delivers remarks on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, during a press conference in Beirut, Lebanon, October 28, 2023.

Why did Hamas trot out Hamas leader Ghazi Hamad to show he’s alive? - analysis

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, August 12, 2025.

Syrian foreign minister to discuss lifting of US sanctions in Washington this week, Axios reports


Qatar, US near defense deal after Israeli strike in Doha

The US and Qatar are set to finalize a defense pact, with Rubio emphasizing Qatar’s crucial role in mediating between Israel and Hamas.

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump talks with Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha in May.

Netanyahu trial to end early after PM receives sealed envelope

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial resumes amid US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit, and the IDF's invasion into Gaza City.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in his trial, December 10, 2024 (illustrative)

Rubio, Netanyahu, and Huckabee inaugurate fully exposed Pilgrimage Road in Jerusalem

Rubio called it “an extraordinary archaeological site,” framing his appearance as a celebration of shared heritage.

Benjamin Netanyahu, Marco Rubio, and others pose at the opening of the Pilgrim's Road in Jerusalem on September 16, 2025.

US reinterprets arms control pact to ease military drone exports

US drone manufacturers are facing stiff competition overseas, especially from Israeli, Chinese and Turkish rivals who often sell under lighter or no restrictions.

Military personnel using holographic augmented reality table with drone blueprint; illustrative.

Qatar faces its moment of truth after Israeli airstrike - analysis

Amid uncertainties regarding Qatar's standing on the global stage, Arab leaders send a message: "Qatar is not alone. The Arab and Islamic worlds stand beside it."

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, meets with US special envoy for Syria Tom Barrack ahead of the emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha, Qatar, September 15, 2025.

Rubio changes schedule to visit Qatar after Israel, 'Post' learns

Rubio was originally scheduled to travel to the UK after leaving Tel Aviv.

 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio takes part in a media briefing during the 58th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers' meeting and related meetings at the Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on July 10, 2025.

Netanyahu alongside Rubio: 'Doha strike sent clear message; you can run but you can't hide'

Speaking with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Jerusalem, Netanyahu stressed Israel was still gathering reports about the outcome of the strike in Qatar.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio give a press statement after their meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, on September 15, 2025

Rubio’s visit highlights Israel's need to change course of war before it’s too late - editorial

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip to Israel is a warning that time is running out to end the war, free the hostages, and avoid deepening global isolation.

Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio visited the Kotel on September, 14, 2025

Trump admin. looks to restart hostage negotiations in new talks with Israel, Qatar

Over the weekend, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani visited Washington, where he met with the Trump administration.

US President Donald Trump speaks with the media on the day of the signing of an executive order to rename the Department of Defense the "Department of War", in the Oval Office, at the White House in Washington, DC, US, September 5, 2025.

PM Netanyahu, US Sec. of State Marc Rubio visit Western Wall

“The visit of the American Secretary of State is a testament to the strong relationship between the United States and Israel. We greatly appreciate the visit," Netanyahu said.

Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio visited the Kotel on September, 14, 2025

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife Jeanette Dousdebes arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Lod, Israel, September 14, 2025.