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Marco Rubio

U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Antonio Rubio was born on May 28, 1971, in Miami, Florida, to Cuban immigrant parents. In 1993, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Florida, and in 1996, a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Miami School of Law. He served as a West Miami City Commissioner, then in the Florida House of Representatives, and later represented Florida in the U.S. Senate from 2011 to 2025. As of 2025, he is the 72nd Secretary of State of the United States, as well as the acting National Security Advisor.
1998
Elected West Miami City Commissioner
2000
Elected to the Florida House of Representatives
2006
Became Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives
2006
Introduced the legislative plan "100 Innovative Ideas for Florida's Future," which was adopted by the Florida House of Representatives
2010
Elected to the U.S. Senate
2019
Developed and passed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, which became a significant turning point in U.S.-China relations
2020
Created the Paycheck Protection Program, which helped save millions of small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
2022
Re-elected to a third term in the U.S. Senate
2025
Unanimously confirmed as the 72nd U.S. Secretary of State, becoming the first Hispanic to hold the position
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The Kremlin and the White House reacted to Witkoff's published "educational" conversation with Putin's aide

The Kremlin and the White House commented on Bloomberg's publication of the transcript of the conversation between US envoy Witkoff and Putin's aide Ushakov. Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the publication a fake, and Donald Trump said he saw nothing unusual in the conversation.

Politics • November 26, 05:44 AM • 3958 views
"We are seeing significant and encouraging progress" - Ursula von der Leyen spoke about the negotiations of the Coalition of the Willing

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reported significant progress in the negotiations of the Coalition of the Willing on sustainable peace in Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of transatlantic cooperation and continued support for Ukraine, including the use of frozen Russian assets.

Politics • November 25, 07:45 PM • 4846 views
Ukraine will not abandon its course towards NATO - Yermak

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Ukraine will not abandon its constitutional obligation to move towards NATO. This comes against the backdrop of a US peace plan that envisioned Ukraine abandoning its membership in the Alliance.

War in Ukraine • November 25, 06:53 PM • 4279 views
Macron warns against limiting the Ukrainian army

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the Ukrainian army cannot be limited, amid various peace proposals to cap the size of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. EU countries hope to reach a final decision on financing Ukraine's defense, including frozen Russian assets.

Politics • November 25, 06:17 PM • 4769 views
Kyiv is ready to move forward with a peace agreement: Zelenskyy says he is ready to discuss sensitive issues with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Kyiv's readiness to move forward with a US-backed peace agreement. He is ready to discuss delicate issues with Donald Trump in negotiations that should include European allies.

War in Ukraine • November 25, 05:39 PM • 3910 views
Zelenskyy, Rubio, and Rutte joined a virtual meeting of the coalition of the willing

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio participated in a virtual meeting of the "coalition of the willing," which was also joined by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. This meeting took place against the backdrop of negotiations on a peace plan between Ukraine and Russia, initiated by Donald Trump.

War in Ukraine • November 25, 05:24 PM • 3721 views
There is optimism about the next step in US-Russia talks - Sky News

Talks between the US and Russia on a peace plan are ongoing, with optimism about further steps. The US delegation, led by Dan Driscoll, is negotiating with the Russians.

Politics • November 25, 05:17 PM • 4559 views
Axios learned details about the peace plan agreements: it concerns strengthening security guarantees and taking the NATO issue out of the framework

Following negotiations in Geneva, the US agreed to strengthen the draft security guarantees. The most sensitive territorial issue will be discussed by Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy face-to-face.

Politics • November 25, 02:59 PM • 35405 views
Heads of intelligence of Ukraine and Russia planned a meeting in Abu Dhabi, Driscoll's arrival was a surprise - media

The heads of Ukrainian and Russian military intelligence were supposed to meet in Abu Dhabi on another topic, but the arrival of US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll came as a surprise. This changed the initial plan for the meeting, which was supposed to take place in the UAE.

Politics • November 25, 02:47 PM • 33069 views
US official stated that the Ukrainian delegation agreed with the United States on the terms of a potential peace agreement - reports

Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal with the US, although some details still need to be clarified. The Ukrainian delegation contacted US Army Secretary Driscoll, who met with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi.

Politics • November 25, 01:06 PM • 15176 views
Bloomberg: Driscoll's team says talks with Russians in UAE are going well, Budanov also in Abu Dhabi

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll held successful talks with Russian officials in the UAE. Ukraine's military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov is also in Abu Dhabi for meetings.

Politics • November 25, 12:32 PM • 11266 views
Ukraine's security can only be determined with Ukraine's involvement: Zelenskyy on conversation with Finnish President

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President of Finland Alexander Stubb coordinated their positions on peace efforts. They share a common vision that the security of Ukraine and Europe can only be determined with their participation.

War in Ukraine • November 25, 12:16 PM • 3426 views
The coming days will be crucial for achieving peace in Ukraine - Finnish President Stubb

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Ukraine's future is Ukraine's decision, and European security is Europe's decision. He emphasized that the coming days will be crucial for achieving a just and lasting peace.

Politics • November 25, 11:53 AM • 4915 views
Not only with Russians: Reuters learned about plans for US Army Secretary Driscoll's meeting with Ukrainian officials during his visit to the UAE

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, after talks with Russian officials, will also meet with Ukrainian representatives in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This comes amid intensive efforts by the Trump administration to end the war in Ukraine.

Politics • November 25, 10:48 AM • 3037 views
Macron stated that Trump's peace plan needs improvement

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that US President Donald Trump's peace plan needs refinement to be acceptable to Ukraine and Europe. He emphasized that only Ukrainians can decide on territorial concessions.

Politics • November 25, 10:22 AM • 3337 views
US Army Secretary met with Russians in UAE for the second time amid a revised peace plan, which Russian officials called a non-starter - Bloomberg

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll met with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi for the second time. This happened against the backdrop of a reduction in the US peace plan between Ukraine and Russia from 28 to 19 points, which the Russian side called a non-starter.

Politics • November 25, 10:07 AM • 3331 views
Sergiy Kyslytsya revealed the secrecy of the new peace agreement discussed in Geneva

First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Sergiy Kyslytsya reported that copies of the peace agreement were taken from all participants in the Geneva negotiations, except for the heads of delegations. This was done to prevent information leaks, while national security advisers made progress in reducing the plan to key points.

Politics • November 24, 08:15 PM • 6670 views
US Army Secretary may visit Russia for talks on Ukraine - Media

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll may travel to Russia for talks on a US peace plan. A possible visit by Zelenskyy to the US this week to reach an agreement before Thanksgiving is being discussed.

Politics • November 24, 08:01 PM • 5624 views
The 28-point peace plan, as everyone saw it, no longer exists - Advisor to the OP

Advisor to the Head of the OP, Oleksandr Bevz, announced that the 28-point peace plan in its original form no longer exists. Some points were removed, and some were changed after negotiations with the United States.

Politics • November 24, 03:09 PM • 4153 views
Peace plan shortened on key points, territorial issues likely to be left for meeting of Ukrainian and US presidents - Bloomberg

At Sunday's talks, the list of key points of the US peace plan was shortened. Discussions on territorial issues will likely take place at the meeting of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States.

Politics • November 24, 02:14 PM • 3192 views
US 28-point peace plan: Zelensky learned details from special envoy Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law - Axios

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received information about Donald Trump's 28-point peace plan by phone from the special envoy and son-in-law of the US President. This happened during a meeting between the Americans and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov in Miami.

Politics • November 24, 02:10 PM • 3577 views
Starmer welcomes progress in Geneva talks, but London warns of "unresolved issues"

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed progress in peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, but reminded that there are still "unresolved issues. "

Politics • November 24, 01:47 PM • 4418 views
US and Ukraine 'pressed on with talks' on peace plan - Reuters

The US and Ukraine pressed on with talks in Switzerland on a peace plan, agreeing on changes to the US proposal. Work is ongoing at the technical level, and Washington expects proposals from Kyiv in the coming days.

Politics • November 24, 11:47 AM • 3313 views
EU leaders gather for emergency meeting on Ukraine war peace talks: Politico learns details

EU leaders will be briefed this morning on peace talks to end the war in Ukraine after a weekend of rapid negotiations in Geneva. Officials have become more optimistic about peace, although details were scarce.

Politics • November 24, 08:21 AM • 25187 views
Europe expresses fears that Trump will halt support for Ukraine - FT

European officials fear that Donald Trump may cease support for Ukraine. Meetings are scheduled next week between France, Germany, and Great Britain, as well as other countries, to discuss possible changes to the US plan.

Politics • November 24, 06:57 AM • 4313 views
Ukraine and US will continue working on a "refined" peace plan, Zelenskyy may visit the States this week - Reuters

The US and Ukraine have agreed on changes to an earlier peace proposal, which many considered beneficial to Moscow. President Zelenskyy may visit the US this week to discuss details with Donald Trump.

Politics • November 24, 06:19 AM • 24045 views
Congress should also be able to review a peace agreement in Ukraine - Senator Graham

Senator Lindsey Graham believes that the US Congress should evaluate a peace plan for Ukraine, including security guarantees. This will ensure lasting peace and prevent future Russian aggression.

Politics • November 24, 01:30 AM • 5434 views
Geneva Talks: US and Ukraine Issue Joint Statement

Following talks in Geneva on November 23, 2025, Ukraine and the United States agreed on an updated framework document for a peace plan, reaffirming respect for Ukraine's sovereignty. The parties agreed to continue intensive work on joint proposals with the participation of European partners.

Politics • November 24, 12:17 AM • 30415 views
Trump's working version of the peace plan already differs from the document published earlier - New York Times

The United States of America presented an updated package of proposals for resolving the war in Ukraine, announcing significant progress in negotiations in Geneva. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the American plan includes 26 to 28 points, which are being finalized after consultations with the Ukrainian side.

Politics • November 23, 10:54 PM • 13144 views
Rubio said he had heard nothing about an alternative plan from Europe to end the warVideo

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had not received information about European proposals, despite meeting with national security advisers. He had not seen any counter-plan, although the media had circulated the text of a revised peace agreement from Great Britain, France, and Germany.

Politics • November 23, 09:03 PM • 15427 views