Tag: Marco Rubio
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Congress, the ICC, and Selective Engagement With International Justice: Sanctions That Treat a Court Like a Threat
Introduction: A Turning Point in U.S. Policy toward the ICC The December 18, 2025, move by Secretary of State Marco Rubio to sanction two International Criminal Court (ICC) judges marks a provocative shift in how the United States navigates international justice. By targeting judges rather than the ICC as an institution, Washington signals that it…
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Sudden trips and security lapses: How Witkoff and Rubio spotlighted Russia-Ukraine diplomacy
Setting the Stage: A High-Profile Event, High-Stakes Diplomacy A gala at a sprawling 56-acre estate in Winston-Salem drew an unlikely mix of luxury, politics, and policy. Among the attendees was Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a figure whose presence signaled that international affairs could intersect with social occasions in unexpected ways. The situation unfolded with…
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Sudden trips and security lapses: Rubio and Witkoff’s clashing diplomacy on Russia-Ukraine
Overview: a high-profile event turns into a test of modern diplomacy The sudden trip and ensuing security lapses surrounding a prominent gathering in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, have thrown into sharp relief how private influence, corporate power, and national diplomacy intersect in the Russia-Ukraine crisis. At the center of the moment were two unlikely players: Secretary…
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US Expresses Gratitude as Pakistan Weighs Gaza Peacekeeping Offer
Overview: A Tentative Path to Gaza Stabilisation The United States has publicly expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s offer to contribute troops to a proposed Gaza stabilisation force. While no commitments have been made, the move signals a potential shift in how regional powers could participate in de-escalating violence in one of the world’s most volatile conflict…
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US Grateful for Pakistan’s Gaza Peacekeeping Offer, No Commitments Yet
Overview: A Note of Gratitude From Washington The United States has expressed its thanks for Pakistan’s offer to contribute troops to a Gaza stabilisation force. While Washington has welcomed the gesture, officials stress that no formal commitments have been made. The dialogue, described as constructive and exploratory, involves senior military and civilian leaders from both…
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US Praises India’s Professional Handling of Delhi Red Fort Blast Probe
US Praises India’s Handling of Delhi Red Fort Blast Probe The United States has publicly commended India for its approach to investigating the Delhi Red Fort blast, praising the authorities for a measured, cautious, and professional response. In a statement that underscored close security and counterterrorism cooperation, U.S. officials highlighted the importance of a transparent…
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Rubio Praises India’s Professional Delhi Blast Probe
Buffed by Confidence: Rubio Commends India’s Delhi Probe US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly commended India’s handling of the Delhi blast investigation, calling it measured and professional. The remarks, delivered on the sidelines of a diplomatic event, underscored a growing sense of confidence in New Delhi’s security apparatus amid a tense regional security…
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Marco Rubio Applauds India’s Professional Delhi Blast Probe
US Senator Highlights India’s Probe as a Model of Professionalism US Secretary of State and senator Marco Rubio has publicly praised India’s handling of the Delhi blast investigation, describing it as another example of the country’s measured and professional approach to terrorism-related inquiries. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a recent event, Rubio emphasized…
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Trump Administration Faces Government Shutdown Fears After Halloween
Overview: A Halloween Night that Doubles as a Political Flashpoint On Friday evening, October 31, 2025, the political stage shifted from routine briefings to a high-stakes, real-world test of the Trump administration’s ability to navigate a looming government shutdown. The setting was Mar-a-Lago, the president’s Palm Beach resort, where attendees reported a crowded Halloween party.…
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Marco Rubio’s Note to Trump: The Moment a Secretary Handed a Message on Truth Social
Overview of the Incident An unusual development unfolded at the White House during a roundtable meeting with conservative influencers. A hastily scrawled note from Secretary of State Marco Rubio was handed to President Donald Trump, directing him to post on Truth Social. The moment was captured by an AP photographer, offering a rare glimpse into…