Marco Rubio

US urges Iraq to limit Iranian influence as new government forms

The discussion centered on Iraq accepting up to 7,000 ISIS detainees from Syria, a move that could spark controversy within the country.

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani (C) inspects a guard of honour during the Army Day celebrations, marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of Iraqi army, at Military College in Baghdad on January 6, 2026.
Children and women, relatives of suspected Islamic State jihadists, walk inside Al-Hol camp in the desert region of Syria's northeastern Hasakeh province on January 21, 2026; illustrative.

US to complete transfer of Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq in coming days, official says

Palestinians stand near the rubble in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, January 17, 2026

As Israel pushes back, Gaza becomes testing ground for emerging post-war governance - analysis

Jared Kushner looks on, as US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff speaks in Hostages square, in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 11, 2025

Israel's cabinet members blame Jared Kushner for Turkish, Qatari presence on Gaza board


'Baseless cover up': Hamas decries leaked US video of terrorists looting Gaza aid truck

The video is of what CENTCOM said was “suspected Hamas operatives looting an aid truck traveling as part of a humanitarian convoy delivering needed assistance from international partners to Gazans."

Armed men seen secure trucks loaded with Humanitarian Aid entering Gaza through the Israeli Kerem Shalom Crossing, in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, September 19, 2025.

Trump says US law blocks bid for a third presidential term

When previously asked if he would consider running for vice president in 2028, he dismissed the idea as "too cute," despite US law allowing him to do so.

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media on board Air Force One en route to South Korea, October 29, 2025

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese served with US legal papers during Johannesburg lecture

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese was served with legal papers during her speech in Johannesburg, facing defamation and trade libel accusations related to her stance on Israel.

Francesca Albanese gives an address at Roma Tre University, in Rome, Italy, October 6, 2025.

Why does Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza not mention Islamic Jihad? - analysis

Khalil Shikaki, director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research, told The Media Line that his survey shows Islamic Jihad support at roughly 1%–2% in both Gaza and the West Bank

Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip. January 30, 2025.

US soldiers stationed in Kiryat Gat turn sleepy Israeli city into an unexpected hotspot

US troops join a multinational coordination center in Kiryat Gat, boosting the city's profile while sparking both excitement and concern among locals.

Vehicles that are part of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's motorcade leave the Civil-Military Coordination Center, in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel, October 24, 2025

Rubio says US-Pakistan engagement not a threat to India partnership

Rubio emphasized that the renewed outreach to Pakistan won't harm the US's longstanding ties with India, which he called "deep, historic, and important."

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio shakes hands with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York City, U.S., September 22, 2025.

Rubio says 'all mediators agree' Israel's Gaza strike on PIJ terrorist was justified self-defense

The US Secretary of State stated that the strike was not a violation of the Israel-Gaza ceasefire deal and drew attention to the 13 deceased hostages whose remains are still being held in Gaza.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to reporters as U.S. President Donald Trump stands next to him aboard Air Force One en route to Tokyo, Japan, for the second stop on his Asia tour, October 27, 2025.

Rubio, Netanyahu discuss Gaza peace, return of hostage remains in call before Doha meeting

The leaders discussed the return of the remaining hostages and plans for Hamas disarmament.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at his office in Jerusalem, October 23, 2025.

Qatar would contribute troops to Gaza peacekeeping force, Trump says sitting next to emir

Qatari leaders are expected to discuss the ceasefire and peace force in Gaza with US President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a refueling stop in Doha.

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani during a meeting onboard Air Force One during its refuelling stop at Al Udeid Air Base near Doha, Qatar, October 25, 2025.

'No rest until remains returned': US officials meet slain American-Israeli hostages' families

Rubio told the families, according to N12, that the US is examining different avenues for how to increase direct and indirect pressure on Hamas to ensure their loved ones are returned. 

Families of slain American-Israeli hostages Itay Chen and Omer Neutra with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, October 25, 2025.