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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Quad’s economic and strategic weight, announcing initiatives on maritime surveillance, port infrastructure, critical minerals, and energy security. India will host the next Quad at Sea mission, reinforcing Indo-Pacific cooperation among the four democracies
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Taj Mahal with wife Jeanette, calling it “one of the love treasures of the world.” Amid tight security, he toured the monument before heading to Jaipur, as Agra endured extreme heat
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Trump, calling him a “big fan of India and PM Modi,” amid controversy over alleged racist remarks. Rubio dismissed anti-India rhetoric claims, attributing them to online chatter during his India visit.
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US President Donald Trump, in a surprise live video call during a Delhi event marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Indian National Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over claims by Marco Rubio that India committed to purchasing USD 500 billion in American goods, questioning the government’s trade policy and communication on foreign affairs
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Marco Rubio condemned racist remarks against Indians in the US, calling such comments “stupid.” He said America remains welcoming to immigrants and clarified that ongoing US immigration reforms, including visa changes, are global measures and not specifically targeted at India
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed strong India-US strategic ties, highlighting cooperation on counter-terrorism, critical minerals, supply chains and emerging technologies. During talks with S. Jaishankar, Rubio described India as one of America’s most important global strategic partners
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on a visit to India, said negotiations with Iran have made “some progress,” raising hopes of a resolution to the two-month-long West Asia conflict. He reiterated Washington’s stance that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons and must keep the Strait of Hormuz open without tolls.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and invited him to the White House on behalf of President Donald Trump. Both leaders discussed strengthening the India-US strategic partnership, focusing on defence, trade, technology, and Indo-Pacific cooperation
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The Congress questioned the Centre after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the Venezuelan President’s proposed visit to India before any official confirmation from New Delhi. Jairam Ramesh said the US had repeatedly made announcements linked to India’s foreign policy ahead of India
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US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified pressure on Cuba, calling it a failed state and a national security threat. The administration cited Russian and Chinese influence, while signalling humanitarian support only through independent groups and not regime-linked entities.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India from May 23 to 26 for talks expected to focus on the Quad partnership, trade, defence cooperation and regional security. The visit comes amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific, the Middle East and the Arctic region.
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US President Donald Trump jokingly floated a potential 2028 Republican ticket featuring Vice President J. D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling them a “dream team” while insisting he had not officially endorsed either candidate
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The United States has proposed a UN Security Council resolution accusing Iran of threatening global shipping and destabilising the Strait of Hormuz.
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Lebanon and Israel have entered their first direct talks in decades, even as clashes with Hezbollah continue in southern Lebanon. The US, represented by Secretary of State Antony Blinken, is mediating alongside ambassadors from both nations.
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Iran launched a drone strike on the United States Embassy Riyadh as fighting intensified with the US and Israel. Donald Trump signalled prolonged operations, while regional attacks, rising casualties and strikes on nuclear and energy sites deepened Middle East instability
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington has prepared measures to counter rising oil prices and protect shipping lanes while continuing strikes on Iran’s missile and naval assets, ruling out ground forces and emphasising limited objectives.
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Cuba’s Interior Ministry said troops killed four armed suspects after a Florida-flagged speedboat opened fire near Cayo Falcones. Authorities seized weapons and ammunition, alleging a US-linked terrorist plot, while Washington denied involvement and said it was reviewing information
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Cuba said soldiers killed four armed US-based Cubans after their Florida-registered boat allegedly opened fire near Cayo Falcones. Washington, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is independently investigating the incident, which risks escalating tensions between the US and Cuba
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomed the India-US trade deal and agreed to formalise cooperation on critical minerals, energy and technology, reinforcing strategic ties and shared Indo-Pacific priorities.
