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Rubio at Pilgrimage Road:

'All empires are gone - but one people remain'

Secretary of State Rubio, Ambassador Huckabee and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speak at the unveiling of Jerusalem’s Pilgrimage Road unveiling, affirm the eternal bond between the Jewish people and their capital.

'All empires are gone - but one people remain'

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'Issues would've been more difficult without Abraham Accords'

President Isaac Herzog meets in Jerusalem with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to mark the 5th anniversary of the Abraham Accords.

'Issues would've been more difficult without Abraham Accords'

Netanyahu

'The Qatar strike did not fail, we sent a message'

In a meeting in Jerusalem, Netanyahu and Secretary Rubio emphasized that Israel and the U.S. are acting together against Iran and Hamas, and committed to working toward the release of the hostages.

'The Qatar strike did not fail, we sent a message'

Rubio at Western Wall:

'May peace reign upon this Holy Land and the world'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio opened his visit to Israel with a prayer alongside Prime Minister Netanyahu at the Western Wall.

'May peace reign upon this Holy Land and the world'

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Marco Rubio lands in Israel

The US Secretary of State landed at Ben Gurion Airport. Rubio was greeted by the US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, and his wife, Janet.

Marco Rubio lands in Israel

Rubio:

'Trump wants Hamas defeated, all hostages home all at once'

Speaking to reporters before Israel visit, Secretary of State says the US wants Hamas defeated, all 48 hostages freed now, and a plan for Gaza's future.

'Trump wants Hamas defeated, all hostages home all at once'

Marco Rubio to visit Western Wall with Netanyahu on Sunday

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that he will be visiting Jerusalem to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu on Sunday, including a shared trip to the Western Wall.

Marco Rubio to visit Western Wall with Netanyahu on Sunday

Hostage families meet with Rubio, urge action

Hostage families and captivity survivors meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, urging him to prioritize a negotiated deal for the safe return of 48 hostages held in Gaza for 707 days.

Hostage families meet with Rubio, urge action

Secretary of State Rubio to visit Israel and UK

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Israel and the UK to reaffirm support for Israeli security and discuss global challenges.

Secretary of State Rubio to visit Israel and UK

'A moral decision'

Sa’ar applauds Rubio’s sanctions on ICC-linked Palestinian NGOs

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises US Secretary of State for sanctioning Palestinian NGOs aiding the ICC’s “politicized crusade” against Israel, calling it a moral stand for international law and Israeli sovereignty.

Sa’ar applauds Rubio’s sanctions on ICC-linked Palestinian NGOs

US sanctions Palestinian NGOs over ICC actions against Israel

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions against three Palestinian Arab NGOs for aiding ICC efforts to prosecute Israelis, citing threats to sovereignty and opposition to the court’s jurisdiction over non-member states.

US sanctions Palestinian NGOs over ICC actions against Israel

Rubio:

Palestinian state push may trigger Israeli sovereignty moves

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned that unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state could prompt Israeli sovereignty moves in Judea and Samaria and obstruct Gaza ceasefire talks.

Palestinian state push may trigger Israeli sovereignty moves

Ahead of Gaza takeover:

Marco Rubio to arrive in Israel in ten days

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to visit Israel in about ten days, prior to the launch of the operation to take over Gaza City.

Marco Rubio to arrive in Israel in ten days

Netanyahu praises Trump, Rubio for blocking PA officials

Netanyahu thanks President and Secretary of State for denying visas to PA officials ahead of the UN General Assembly: Denying visas to those who glorify terror is justice.

Netanyahu praises Trump, Rubio for blocking PA officials

Abbas:

'US visa denial violates international law'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas condemns the US decision to deny visas to PA officials, calling it a breach of international law and urging reversal ahead of the UN General Assembly.

'US visa denial violates international law'

US to block Abbas from attending UN General Assembly

In a historic decision, the Trump administration reaffirms commitment to not reward terrorism and revokes visas of Palestinian officials, preventing them from attending UNGA.

US to block Abbas from attending UN General Assembly

Sa’ar, Rubio talk Iran, Hamas, and UN ahead of General Assembly

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar meets Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss Iran, Gaza, and UN efforts, while thanking the Trump administration for its unwavering support for Israel.

Sa’ar, Rubio talk Iran, Hamas, and UN ahead of General Assembly

First Washington visit

Sa’ar to discuss Gaza, security with US leaders

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar to meet US officials in Washington this week, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Sa’ar to discuss Gaza, security with US leaders

'Flagrant attack'

ICC condemns latest US sanctions

The ICC strongly rejects new US sanctions against its personnel, calling them a "flagrant attack" on judicial independence and an "affront" to victims.

ICC condemns latest US sanctions

Cases against US and Israel

Trump admin. sanctions four more ICC officials

According to the State Department, two ICC judges and two deputy prosecutors were sanctioned for efforts to investigate and prosecute US and Israeli nationals.

Trump admin. sanctions four more ICC officials

Samaria governor urges US sanctions against PA leaders

The head of the Samaria Regional Council called on President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to impose personal sanctions on a PA official after he made comments supporting the October 7th massacre.

Samaria governor urges US sanctions against PA leaders

Rubio:

'No peace in Gaza until Hamas is gone'

In a radio interview with Sid Rosenberg, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says peace in Gaza is impossible while Hamas exists, confirms Muslim Brotherhood is under review for terror designation, and dismisses European pressure on Israel as driven by domestic politics.

'No peace in Gaza until Hamas is gone'

Rubio:

'Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.

'Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism'

Rubio:

'There will be no peace until Hamas is disbanded'

In an interview with Fox Business, Secretary of State Rubio emphasizes that while humanitarian aid is vital, global attention must also focus on freeing the 20 hostages held by Hamas and disarming the terror group.

'There will be no peace until Hamas is disbanded'

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'Nations that recognize Palestine can't even say where it is'

US Secretary of State criticizes France, UK, and Canada for rewarding Hamas terror by recognizing a Palestinian state while Hamas still holds hostages, notes Hamas has less reason to release the hostages.

'Nations that recognize Palestine can't even say where it is'

Rubio to families:

'100% committed to achieving a hostage deal'

Families of Gaza hostages meet with US Secretary Rubio, urging immediate action for a deal to bring their loved ones home, express trust in the administration to secure a comprehensive agreement.

'100% committed to achieving a hostage deal'

Rubio:

'Macron’s decision a slap in the face to October 7th victims'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denounces France's plan to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it "reckless" and stating the move only serves Hamas propaganda.

'Macron’s decision a slap in the face to October 7th victims'

Rubio urges Syria to halt jihadist massacres in south

US Secretary of State urges Syria to stop jihadist-led massacres in the south, warning Damascus to act if it seeks a unified and peaceful Syria. His call follows a US-announced ceasefire deal between Israel and Syria.

Rubio urges Syria to halt jihadist massacres in south

Rubio: We've reached agreements to end clashes in Syria tonight

'We have agreed on specific steps that will bring this troubling and horrifying situation to an end tonight,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says.

Rubio: We've reached agreements to end clashes in Syria tonight

EU criticizes US sanctions on anti-Israel UN official

European Union criticizes the US for sanctioning Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories, known for her anti-Israel stance.

EU criticizes US sanctions on anti-Israel UN official

Danon praises Rubio for imposing sanctions on Albanese

Israeli Ambassador to the UN says US sanctions on Francesca Albanese are justified due to her 'relentless and biased campaign against Israel and the United States' that 'crossed the line from human rights advocacy into political warfare.'

Danon praises Rubio for imposing sanctions on Albanese

Rubio announces US sanctions on Francesca Albanese

US Secretary of State announces sanctions on UN Special Rapporteur for her 'illegitimate and shameful efforts to prompt the International Criminal Court action against US and Israeli officials, companies, and executive.'

Rubio announces US sanctions on Francesca Albanese

Report:

Marco Rubio AI impersonator contacts foreign ministers

Sec. Rubio was impersonated on Signal in attempts to contact a governor, a Congressman, and 3 foreign ministers.

Marco Rubio AI impersonator contacts foreign ministers

Before meeting Trump

Netanyahu meets Rubio and Witkoff

PM Netanyahu meets in Washington with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Trump's Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff.

Netanyahu meets Rubio and Witkoff

Secretary Rubio:

'Iran thought they could play the game they have for 33 years'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Fox News about Operation Midnight Hammer - the US attack against Iran's nuclear facilities.

'Iran thought they could play the game they have for 33 years'

Rubio:

'US not involved in Israeli strike on Iran'

US Secretary of State in statement after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion: Let me be clear - Iran should not target US interests or personnel.

'US not involved in Israeli strike on Iran'

Rubio condemns

'Don't forget who the real enemy is'

US Secretary of condemns decision by the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Norway to impose sanctions on Ben Gvir and Smotrich: The United States urges the reversal of the sanctions.

'Don't forget who the real enemy is'

Rubio slams UN Gaza vote:

'We stand with Israel, not performative resolutions'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends America's veto of a UN Security Council resolution aimed at Israel, blasting it as 'counterproductive,' and warning it emboldens Hamas. 'We will not support any measure that fails to condemn Hamas.

'We stand with Israel, not performative resolutions'

Marco Rubio:

Antisemitic regimes have crumbled, Israel & Jewish people prosper

Speaking to the IHRA International Conference on Combating Antisemitism, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that there is no separation between hating Israel and hating Jews.

Antisemitic regimes have crumbled, Israel & Jewish people prosper

Amid vetting expansion

Trump administration halts student visa interviews

Trump administration orders US embassies worldwide to halt scheduling new student visa interviews. The order follows recent actions against international students, including a blocked order targeting Harvard.

Trump administration halts student visa interviews

Rubio hints:

'More Arab nations could join Abraham Accords this year'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicates that more Arab nations could normalize ties with Israel by year-end, as Washington prioritizes a historic deal with Saudi Arabia.

'More Arab nations could join Abraham Accords this year'

Rubio warns Syria may be weeks from collapse and civil war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells lawmakers that Syria’s fragile transitional government is on the verge of collapse, potentially plunging the country into a full-scale civil war and territorial split.

Rubio warns Syria may be weeks from collapse and civil war

Report:

Rubio to scrap State Department Office of Palestinian Affairs

US Secretary of State reportedly set to get rid of Biden-era office dedicated to elevating America's relations with the PA that was criticized for anti-Israel bias.

Rubio to scrap State Department Office of Palestinian Affairs

Trump fires advisor over alleged contact with Israel against Iran

A new report claims that Mike Waltz attempted to negotiate military action against Iran with Israel without including Trump in the deliberations.

Trump fires advisor over alleged contact with Israel against Iran

Rubio:

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

US Secretary of State stresses that Iran must cease uranium enrichment to reach a deal with Washington.

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

Mahmoud Khalil case

Trump admin cites foreign policy grounds

Memorandum signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio invokes foreign policy concerns in explaining reasons for the request to deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and anti-Israel activist.

Trump admin cites foreign policy grounds

An Open Letter to US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio

The State Department must act against antisemitic Blood Libels that smack of the Middle Ages.

An Open Letter to US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio

Released hostage to be honored by USA

Former hostage Amit Soussana will be honored with the prestigious International Women of Courage Award, presented by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in the presence of First Lady Melania Trump.

Released hostage to be honored by USA

Rubio:

US revoked visas of over 300 anti-Israel ‘lunatics’

US Secretary of State says America will not give student visas to people who want to come to the US to do things like 'vandalizing universities, harassing students taking over buildings,' and those who do these thinks will lose their visas and right to be in the US.

US revoked visas of over 300 anti-Israel ‘lunatics’

In call with Netanyahu

Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel

State Department says Secretary of State Marco Rubio conveyed to Netanyahu the Administration’s determination to restore freedom of navigation in the Red Sea through operations against the Houthis.

Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel

US declares South Africa ambassador persona non grata

US Secretary of State says South African Ambassador to the US Ebrahim Rasool 'is a race-baiting politician who hates America,' says he is no longer welcome in the US.

US declares South Africa ambassador persona non grata

‘Sick and disgusting’

Rubio blasts Hamas, demands release of all hostages

US Secretary of State blasts Hamas and demands the release of all hostages: What Hamas has done is outrageous and we shouldn't accept it as normal. We're dealing with savages. These are bad people, terrible people, and we need to treat them as such.

Rubio blasts Hamas, demands release of all hostages

Rubio:

'Arrest of Columbia anti-Israel activist not about free speech'

Secretary of State rejects criticism that the arrest of pro-Palestinian Arab activist Mahmoud Khalil contradicts the Trump administration’s commitment to free speech: This is about people that don't have a right to be in the United States to begin with.

'Arrest of Columbia anti-Israel activist not about free speech'

Rubio to Saudi Crown Prince:

'There should be no role for Hamas in Gaza'

Secretary of State meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah, reiterates US position that Hamas must have no role in postwar Gaza.

'There should be no role for Hamas in Gaza'

Marco Rubio:

Direct talks with Hamas were 'one-off situation'

US Secretary of State says the talks between hostage envoy Adam Boehler and Hamas have not "borne fruit," will not be repeated.

Direct talks with Hamas were 'one-off situation'

Rubio clarifies:

'We will be revoking the visas of Hamas supporters'

Secretary of State weighs in on the Trump administration’s crackdown on supporters of Hamas after a Palestinian Arab student was arrested over anti-Israel protests at Columbia University.

'We will be revoking the visas of Hamas supporters'

'He'll do it':

Rubio warns Trump is serious about his threat to Hamas

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Fox News: President Trump 'doesn’t say these things and not mean it, if he says he’s going to do something, he’ll do it - Hamas had better take that seriously.'

Rubio warns Trump is serious about his threat to Hamas

US officially labels Houthis as terror group

Secretary of State Rubio announces that the United States has officially implemented the designation of the Houthi movement as a "foreign terrorist organization", following President Trump's executive order on the issue, which was signed in January.

US officially labels Houthis as terror group

Zelenskyy’s bad day…and mine

Being sent to the principal's office is the closest analogy to what happened to poor Zelenskyy. Opinion.

Zelenskyy’s bad day…and mine

Reversing Biden's hold

Rubio announces $4B military aid to Israel

Secretary of State announces he has signed a declaration to use emergency authorities to expedite the delivery of approximately $4 billion in military assistance to Israel: Israel has no greater ally in the White House than President Trump.

Rubio announces $4B military aid to Israel