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‘Karoline is irreplaceable’: Marco Rubio looks forward to press secretary’s return from maternity leave after subbing in at podium

Rubio, on trip to China with Trump, jokes he won’t take White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s job for the long term

The Independent UK

Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could spark conflict

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with US President Donald Trump for trade talks. Xi Jinping stated that trade negotiations were progressing positively. However, he issued a strong warning regarding Taiwan, emphasizing that disagreements over the island could lead to a dangerous path and potential conflict between the two nations. The…

The Economic Times

'Taiwan question': Trump stays quiet, Xi warns of 'clashes and conflicts if not handled properly'

China warned of "clashes and even conflicts" over Taiwan if the issue is not handled properly during talks between Presidents Trump and Xi. While Trump remained silent on Taiwan, Beijing confirmed it was raised, with Xi calling it the most important issue in US-China ties. US policy remains unchanged, but…

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‘Terrible mistake’ if China takes Taiwan by force; US position unchanged: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that it would be a “terrible mistake” if China tried to take Taiwan by force, while reiterating that Washington’s position on the island remains unchanged. Earlier, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump would speak more on Taiwan during his Beijing…

The Economic Times

New Attacks in Hormuz

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Reason

U.S. And China Agree That Strait Of Hormuz Should Not Be Militarized, Rubio Says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. and China agreed on the notion that the Strait of Hormuz should not be militarized as Iran seeks to control the key waterway amid the war.

International Business Times

JD Vance Compares Empty White House To Home Alone And Claims He Feels Like Macaulay Culkin While Trump Is In China

JD Vance sparked a viral frenzy after comparing himself to Macaulay Culkin in 'Home Alone' while Donald Trump traveled to China with Marco Rubio amid growing MAGA succession chatter and controversy over a Medicare crackdown.

International Business Times UK

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China wouldn't let Marco Rubio in, so he did something nobody in US politics has ever done

Marco Rubio visited China with Donald Trump. Beijing altered the spelling of Rubio's name to bypass sanctions imposed in 2020. This linguistic change allowed his entry despite previous criticism of China's human rights record. The meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping focused on Taiwan. China warned of potential conflict over…

The Economic Times

Marco Rubio says Cuba's leaders must go as US offers country €85 million in aid

Cuba lost the source for around half its fuel needs when US forces snatched Venezuela’s president in a stunning January raid, with his successor complying with US pressure not to aid the island.

Euronews

Rubio’s Air Force One tracksuit sparks deposed Venezuelan leader Maduro comparisons

Marco Rubio appeared to mock deposed Venezuelan leader Nicholas Maduro in a photo taken aboard Air Force One.

The Independent UK

US to persuade China to play 'more active role' in resolving Iran war crisis during Trump-Xi talks: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington wants China to play a bigger role in helping resolve the Iran war crisis during talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

The Economic Times

US renews $100m Cuba aid offer; alleges Havana blocking ‘critical life-saving aid’

The United States renewed an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid to Cuba, saying the assistance would be made available if Havana cooperates with Washington as the island struggles through a worsening economic and energy crisis marked by prolonged blackouts and fuel shortages.

The Times of India

Marco Rubio says US-China relationship is ‘most important’ to manage

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The Independent UK

‘Sledgehammer’: The U.S. is considering renaming the Iran war to reset the congressional clock, and Trump is already meeting with generals

Round 2 seems imminent.

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International Business Times UK

Trump Lands In China: Mystery Blonde Aide Joins President As Melania Stays Home

Natalie Harp, Trump's executive assistant, plays a pivotal role during his China visit, raising eyebrows with her influence and causing internal tensions within the White House.

Latin Times

Trump Floats Vance-Rubio 2028 Ticket, and JD Vance Turns It Into an Apprentice Joke

Vice President JD Vance laughed off speculation that President Donald Trump is turning the 2028 Republican race into a reality-show-style competition between him and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, joking Wednesday that the president is not staging a televised contest to choose his successor.

Latin Times

Marco Rubio Dares Cuba to Accept $100 Million From the U.S., But There's One Condition

The United States said Wednesday it is ready to provide $100 million in direct assistance to the Cuban people, escalating a humanitarian and political challenge to Havana as the island struggles with blackouts, food shortages and one of the deepest economic crises in decades.

The Independent UK

JD Vance jokes there’s no ‘Apprentice’-like race to replace Trump after he’s asked about Marco Rubio

The vice president also insisted Trump didn't tell reporters a day earlier that he doesn't 'care about Americans' financial situation' relative to the Iran war

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The Independent UK

ICE may be in World Cup host cities despite Rubio’s reassurances to Miami

ICE agents would help with event security but have not been explicitly barred from making arrests, officials said

International Business Times UK

'Who Likes JD Vance? Who Likes Marco Rubio?' Trump Asks Crowd on White House Assembly: 'No Endorsement'

Donald Trump tested the political market value of JD Vance and Marco Rubio during a White House event, sparking speculation on Republican succession without endorsing either.

The Guardian - US

‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation,’ says Trump amid Iran talks

With US inflation at a three-year high, US president insisted he’s not focused on economic hardship sparked by the conflict

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio appears to mock Maduro capture while aboard Air Force One

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International Business Times UK

Personal Phones Left Behind: Trump Arrives In China Under Strict Digital Lockdown Protocols

US officials accompanying Trump to China face strict digital security measures, leaving personal devices behind to mitigate surveillance risks

The Independent UK

Rubio cosplays as deposed Venezuelan leader Maduro in Air Force One picture

Secretary of state sports grey Nike tracksuit en route to China, seemingly trolling Nicolas Maduro

International Business Times UK

White House Labels Rubio's Air Force One Tracksuit 'Full Circle Moment' in Deliberate Parody of Maduro's Capture

Marco Rubio wore a Nike tracksuit on Air Force One, parodying Venezuelan President Maduro's arrest. The White House framed it a 'full circle moment'

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