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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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Sybiha explained Ukraine's position on security guarantees to Rubio and European ministers

Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha discussed Ukraine's position on security guarantees with the US Secretary of State and European counterparts. Ukraine is ready for meetings at the leaders' level to end the war and strengthen sanctions against Russia.

Politics • August 26, 01:58 AM • 4251 views
US Secretary of State and European ministers discussed joint steps to stop the war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed with European ministers and Ukraine diplomatic efforts to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian war. The parties agreed to coordinate efforts for a negotiated settlement.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 11:17 PM • 3808 views
Rubio doubles down on Trump pledge to back Ukraine security guarantees, but Europe must take the lead - CNN

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told European counterparts that the US would participate in Ukraine's post-war security guarantees, but the Trump administration believes Europe should take the lead. The US is ready to play a limited role, potentially including the participation of American pilots in air support missions.

Politics • August 22, 10:00 AM • 4566 views
US halts issuing worker visas for commercial truck drivers

The US immediately ceases issuing work visas for commercial truck drivers. This decision was made to analyze verification protocols and improve road safety.

News of the World • August 22, 07:47 AM • 3206 views
The Pentagon told allies that the US plans to play a "minimal role" in security guarantees for Ukraine - Politico

A high-ranking Pentagon official informed allies about the minimal role of the US in Ukraine's security guarantees. European countries are concerned and demand the deployment of American fighter jets in Romania.

Politics • August 21, 10:19 AM • 3979 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is ready for negotiations with Russia, but the meeting place must be neutral

President Zelenskyy confirmed consultations with the US and Europe regarding a meeting with the Russian Federation. Kyiv insists on neutral European territory, rejecting Moscow and Budapest.

Politics • August 21, 08:01 AM • 4414 views
US imposed sanctions against International Criminal Court judges

The US has imposed sanctions against four individuals from the International Criminal Court. The restrictions apply to judges and deputy prosecutors due to investigations against US and Israeli citizens.

News of the World • August 20, 03:55 PM • 154838 views
Rubio to head commission on Ukraine's security guarantees

An American-European-Ukrainian commission has been established to develop proposals for Ukraine's security guarantees. It is headed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The US is ready to provide Ukraine with security guarantees without deploying its own troops.

Politics • August 19, 06:21 PM • 3428 views
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Putin has been challenged, the situation now depends on him: political scientist on the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump

The meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is assessed as positive, having launched a negotiation process involving Putin. Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that everything now depends on the Russian dictator.

Politics • August 19, 12:13 PM • 290418 views
Putin and Zelenskyy's meeting could take place by the end of August - Axios

The White House hopes to arrange a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy by the end of August, with the assistance of Donald Trump. The US President has already discussed security guarantees for Ukraine and is coordinating actions with Russia and Ukraine.

Politics • August 18, 10:34 PM • 4964 views
CNN on Oval Office talks - friendlier atmosphere than in February: Zelenskyy in a suit was gracious

The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents, Trump and Zelenskyy, in the Oval Office was significantly friendlier. Zelenskyy was in a suit, brought a letter from his wife, and thanked Trump four times.

Politics • August 18, 06:23 PM • 5812 views
Media learned the composition of participants in the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump

On August 18, negotiations between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States will take place at the White House. The US Vice President, Secretary of State, special envoys, and White House Chief of Staff will join the meeting.

Politics • August 18, 04:07 PM • 49114 views
US allies set to plead with Trump to stand behind Ukraine - Bloomberg

President Zelenskyy arrived in Washington to discuss possible peace agreement terms that were discussed between Trump and Putin in Alaska. Allies are concerned about potential territorial concessions and seek clear security guarantees for Ukraine.

Politics • August 18, 05:59 AM • 3871 views
Trump shared a post that Ukraine should be ready to lose part of its territory to Russia, so as not to lose morePhoto

Donald Trump reposted on social media a post stating that Ukraine should be ready to lose part of its territory to Russia. Otherwise, the longer the war lasts, the more land will be lost.

Politics • August 17, 03:09 PM • 15338 views
The only way to end the war is to force Russia to agree to peace - Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the only way to end the war is to reach a peace agreement that Ukraine and Russia will agree to. Earlier, agreements on security guarantees at a summit with Putin in Alaska were reported.

Politics • August 17, 02:03 PM • 6212 views
Kremlin celebrates Trump-Putin meeting without concessions or sanctions - Guardian

Russia rejoices at Putin's meeting with Trump in Alaska, which took place without concessions from the Russian Federation or new sanctions. Trump did not achieve a ceasefire, but called the summit productive.

Politics • August 16, 12:33 PM • 7648 views
Trump believes Putin agrees to a trilateral meeting - European official

After meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump believes that Putin agrees to the idea of a trilateral summit. It will involve Trump, Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 16, 12:15 PM • 7128 views
Rubio: Russia and US face a long road, but progress has been made

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced progress in relations with Russia. He expressed hope for a peaceful process but noted that there is still a long way to go.

Politics • August 16, 08:01 AM • 43965 views
"The conversation was not easy": Trump and Zelensky spoke for an hour, then European and NATO leaders joined - Axios

Donald Trump held a conversation with Volodymyr Zelensky with the participation of US representatives. Later, leaders of a number of European countries and NATO joined them; the discussion was not easy.

Politics • August 16, 07:23 AM • 11279 views
Zelenskyy has not heard from Trump after talks with Putin - journalist

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not received information from Donald Trump regarding his talks with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The meeting did not lead to a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine, and a lunch between the US and Russian teams will not take place.

Politics • August 16, 12:08 AM • 5062 views
Putin and Trump's talks in Alaska concluded - KremlinPhoto

Talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Alaska have concluded. The US stated there was no agreement on a ceasefire in Ukraine, despite Russia's claims of a productive meeting.

Politics • August 15, 11:41 PM • 4765 views
Trump and Putin held a joint press conference after the summit in Alaska

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a joint press conference after the conclusion of the summit in Alaska. The meeting took place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

Politics • August 15, 10:56 PM • 4079 views
Trump's talks with Putin in a narrow format have ended

Donald Trump's and Vladimir Putin's talks in Alaska have concluded. Putin ignored questions about stopping the killing of civilians in Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 10:19 PM • 3304 views
Trump and Putin met "like friends" - Western media

Western media, including Reuters, CNN, and The New York Times, described the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska as very warm and friendly. NBC highlighted the contrast with the meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 15, 09:11 PM • 3117 views
"Historic": White House shows new photo of Trump-Putin meetingPhoto

The White House released a new photo of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, captioning it as "historic. " In the photo, the leaders are walking on a red carpet.

Politics • August 15, 09:07 PM • 9604 views
Trump's meeting with Putin: White House released official photoPhoto

The White House released a photograph of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The presidents arrived simultaneously, shook hands, and drove together in the same car.

Politics • August 15, 08:24 PM • 9141 views
US allies will be "alarmed" by the visuals of Trump-Putin meeting - journalist

US and Russian presidents, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, began talks in Alaska. During their handshake, B-2 bombers and F-22 fighters flew overhead.

Politics • August 15, 08:12 PM • 2247 views
Alaska Talks: Peskov revealed who will represent Russia, besides Putin

The dictator's spokesman announced the expansion of the Russian delegation at talks with the US. Lavrov and Ushakov will join Putin, while the US will be represented by Trump, Rubio, and Witkoff.

Politics • August 15, 07:07 PM • 2414 views
It will be "hard to stomach": European diplomat reacted to Putin's red carpet in Alaska

A European diplomat called Putin's red carpet arrival in Alaska "hard to stomach" due to Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 06:39 PM • 119977 views
Alaska Summit: Trump-Putin "tete-a-tete" meeting format to be changed - report

The US Secretary of State and a special envoy will join the meeting between Trump and Putin. This will replace the "face-to-face" format, negotiations will begin at 11:00 local time in Anchorage.

Politics • August 15, 06:30 PM • 3192 views