Secretary Rubio Engages Global Leaders on Middle East Peace and Regional Security

The U.S. Secretary of State held calls with leaders from Morocco, France, the UK, Jordan, the Dominican Republic, and the DRC to strengthen partnerships and address pressing international issues.

• Secretary Rubio discussed the Gaza ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian aid with Morocco's Foreign Minister Bourita, highlighting Morocco's contributions under King Mohamed VI's leadership.
• In talks with French Foreign Minister Barrot, Rubio reaffirmed the U.S.-France alliance and explored deepening collaboration on shared priorities, including defense spending.
• Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Lammy emphasized the U.S.-UK Special Relationship, addressing challenges such as the Middle East conflict, Ukraine, and China's influence, while supporting the AUKUS partnership for a secure Indo-Pacific.
• During a call with Jordan's King Abdullah, Rubio thanked Jordan for its role in Gaza humanitarian aid and reaffirmed U.S. support for regional security, including developments in Syria.
• Rubio also engaged with leaders from the Dominican Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, discussing hemispheric security, the Venezuela crisis, and efforts to mediate tensions between the DRC and Rwanda.

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