Quick progress in Ukraine crucial to USA's continued support
"It will take a 'real breakthrough' for this to change," said Marco Rubio. He added that if this does not occur, the US may cease its involvement in the matter.
Key information
- Marco Rubio appeals for a quick breakthrough in talks regarding Ukraine.
- President Donald Trump may change his approach to the conflict.
- The US plans to hold talks with China concerning trade.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasised on Fox News that a breakthrough in talks concerning Ukraine must happen quickly. Otherwise, President Donald Trump will have to decide how much longer to dedicate time to this issue.
I think we know where Ukraine is, and we know where Russia is right now…. They're closer, but they're still far apart, added the Secretary of State, as quoted by the RFE/RL.
Rubio indicated that a lack of quick progress in the talks might prompt President Trump to change his stance on the Ukrainian conflict. Trump's decisions could affect the further involvement of the US in this matter. It is noteworthy that the President has also announced personnel changes in the administration, appointing Rubio as acting National Security Advisor. Rubio will replace Mike Waltz, who will assume the position of US Ambassador to the United Nations.
Talks with China
In the same programme, Rubio addressed the issue of trade with China. "Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is involved in those efforts, and their talks will come up soon," the head of American diplomacy emphasised, as quoted by NHK.
On Thursday, Reuters, citing a source related to Chinese state media, reported that the US has asked the Chinese side for talks concerning the imposition of 145% tariffs introduced by Donald Trump. Rubio highlighted that, in this context, the question arises about the future scale of US purchases from China.
