U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will embark on a diplomatic mission to Saudi Arabia and Canada from March 10th to 14th. During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Rubio will engage in discussions with Ukrainian counterparts and hold a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Following his visit to Saudi Arabia, Rubio will travel to Canada to participate in the G7 foreign ministers' meeting, which is scheduled to take place from March 12th to 14th.
Prior to his trip, Rubio spoke with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, reiterating President Donald Trump's desire for a swift resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
It is important to note that President Trump has temporarily suspended military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine following a disagreement with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on February 28th.
President Zelensky has confirmed his own visit to Saudi Arabia on Monday, where he will meet with Mohammed bin Salman. Additionally, Ukrainian diplomatic and military representatives are scheduled to meet with the U.S. team on Tuesday.
5 Comments
Eugene Alta
Rubio attending G7 is strategic for our international alliances—keep representing America proudly!
KittyKat
Rubio flying around doing diplomacy, while real American families struggle daily—do better at home first!
Loubianka
We need accountable allies. Trump's policies ensure Ukraine understands cooperation goes both ways.
Katchuka
So Trump's administration prefers personal grudges over national security? Unacceptable!
KittyKat
Rubio traveling instead of fixing the real problems at home—waste of taxpayer-funded trips!