Washington, D.C., March 3, 2025: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need for diplomatic efforts to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table to end the Ukraine conflict. He stated that President Donald Trump is in a unique position to facilitate these talks, arguing that direct engagement is more effective than simply condemning Russia’s actions.
Rubio also stressed that achieving peace is a prerequisite for any security guarantees for Ukraine. His remarks follow heightened tensions after a White House meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which ended without finalizing a minerals agreement. The situation underscores the complexities of international diplomacy as world leaders seek a resolution to the war.
