Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a call yesterday with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, where they discussed European efforts to support a lasting end to the Russia-Ukraine war. During the conversation, Secretary Rubio expressed gratitude to the UK for its work in aligning Europe and Ukraine to promote a durable peace in Ukraine.
Rubio emphasized the need for further European contributions to bolster security in Europe, underscoring the importance of collective action in addressing this critical issue. He also reiterated President Trump's commitment to bringing about peace through negotiation, highlighting the value of diplomatic engagement in resolving conflicts.
In addition to their discussion on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Secretary Rubio and Foreign Secretary Lammy touched upon developments in the Middle East. They reaffirmed their shared determination to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, underscoring the importance of addressing this pressing security concern.
The conversation between Secretary Rubio and Foreign Secretary Lammy reflects the strong bilateral relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom on issues of peace, security, and cooperation in regions critical to global stability.