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US congratulates Bangladesh on National Day
Washington, DC, March 27: The United States has extended its congratulations to the people of Bangladesh as they celebrate their National Day, according to an official press release by the US State Department.
Netanyahu, Rubio discuss hostage release, Gaza offensive
Jerusalem, March 24: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have discussed over the phone efforts to release hostages in Hamas captivity and Israel's renewed assault on Gaza.
US lifts USD 10 million bounty from Taliban's Sirajuddin Haqqani after return of American citizen
Washington DC, March 23: The United States has lifted the bounty of a whopping USD 10 million dollars on a major Taliban figure, Sirajuddin Haqqani, after the group released an American citizen last week, Al Jazeera reported.
Philippines: Senator Marcos seeks clarity on ex-President Duterte's ICC arrest
Manila, March 22: Philippine Senator Imee Marcos said on Saturday that she is still studying whether to conduct another Senate committee hearing on the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
US citizen George Glezmann freed after two and a half years in Taliban captivity following negotiations
Washington DC, March 21: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday that George Glezmann, who was wrongfully detained in Afghanistan for two and a half years, was freed.
US Secy of State Marco Rubio writes letter to Tibetan President in-exile, reaffirms strong support for 'Tibetan cause'
Dharamshala, March 20: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sent a letter to Tibetan President in-exile, Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said in a statement.
Venezuela is obligated to accept its repatriated citizens, White House Secy of State says
Washington DC, March 20: US Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated on Wednesday that White House Secretary of State Marco Rubio has mandated the Venezuelan government to take back its illegally deported citizens.
Rubio follows through Trump's 'vision' on minority rights in Bangladesh: Spokesperson
New York, March 18: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio follows through with President Donald Trump’s “vision”, State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce remarked when asked about Trump’s pre-election statement about the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh.
Portugal parliamentary delegation calls on Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman Harivansh
New Delhi, March 17: A Parliamentary Delegation led by Marcos Perestrello, Vice-President of Portuguese Assembly called on the Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Harivansh in Parliament House Complex on Monday.
Russia's FM Lavrov urges US Secretary of State Rubio to 'immediately' halt airstrikes on Yemen's Houthis
Moscow, March 17: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (local time) informed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov about Washinton's decision to use military power against Yemen Houthis rebels. In response, Lavrov emphasised the need for all parties to "immediately" cease the use of force, according to Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
US deports hundreds of Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador under Alien Enemies Act
Washington DC, March 17: The United States on Sunday (local time) deported hundreds of alleged Venezuelan gang members from Tren de Aragua to El Salvador after President Donald Trump invoked the 18th-century Aliens Enemies Act to expedite their deportation, CNN reported.
Tibetan leaders discuss strategies to preserve culture amid harsh Chinese policies
Dharamshala, March 15: The 12th Education Council and Advisory Committee's two-day annual conference commenced at the Kashag (Cabinet) Secretariat, focusing on the effects of strict Chinese policies on Tibetan culture and discussing strategies to preserve and promote Tibetan identity, Tibet.net reported.
US declares South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool no longer welcome
Washington DC, March 15: United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday (local time) announced that the South African Ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, is now considered 'Persona Non Grata' and is "no longer welcomed" in the country.
Former Philippines President en route to The Hague to face ICC trail
Manila, March 12: Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte is being taken to face the International Criminal Court (ICC) at The Hague, Netherlands, on charges of crimes against humanity, local media reported on Wednesday.
Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire during talks with US in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah, March 12: Ukraine signaled its readiness to accept a US proposal for an "immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire" following talks with a US delegation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to a joint statement.
US says Ukraine ready for ceasefire, up to Russia now
Washington, March 12: The US on Tuesday said that Ukraine has agreed to its proposal for an immediate and interim ceasefire for 30 days and now it's up to Russia to reciprocate.
Senior USAID official directs remaining staff to shred, burn all documents: Report
Washington, DC, March 12: A senior official at USAID directed the agency's remaining staff to be present at the agency's now-former headquarters in Washington on Tuesday for an "all day" group effort to destroy documents that are present there, many of which include sensitive information, a report by Politico stated.
Expect US to brief us about Saudi Arabia meeting on Ukraine: Russia
Moscow, March 11: Russia on Tuesday said that it expects that the United States will brief Moscow on the outcome of the US-Ukraine meeting in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah.
Saudi crown prince meets Zelensky, Rubio
Jeddah, March 11: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with visiting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, late Monday evening, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Tuesday.
Rubio says US could resume aid to Ukraine
Washington, March 11: Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the Trump administration could resume aid and intelligence support to Ukraine if the war-torn country's leaders commit to a peace process at a crucial meeting of senior officials of the two countries in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
US expresses confidence in Taiwan's security during Trump's presidency
Washington, March 10: US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent expressed confidence that China would not take any action against Taiwan during President Donald Trump's tenure, as reported by Taipei Times.
US State Secy dismisses Polish FM's Starlink cut off claims, says, Say thank you, for help so far
Kyiv, March 10: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and billionaire Elon Musk sharply responded to Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski, dismissing Sikorski's concerns about Starlink being cut off in the future, and urging him to be thankful for the assistance thus far, The Kyiv Independent reported.
US condemns attacks on Syrian minorities as coastal violence escalates
Washington, DC, March 10: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has condemned the recent killings in western Syria, stating in a post on X (formerly Twitter), "The United States condemns the radical Islamist terrorists, including foreign jihadis, that murdered people in western Syria in recent days. The United States stands with Syria's religious and ethnic minorities, including its Christian, Druze, Alawite, and Kurdish communities, and offers its condolences to the victims and their families. Syria's interim authorities must hold the perpetrators of these massacres against Syria's minority communities accountable."
Trump denies reports of Rubio-Musk clash; calls them 'fake news'
Washington, March 9: US President Donald Trump on Sunday denied reports of a heated exchange between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Elon Musk regarding widespread federal workforce cuts during a recent White House meeting.
Trying to get Putin to a negotiating table in peace talks: Marco Rubio
Washington, DC, March 3: United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has weighed in on the ongoing discussions surrounding the potential for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, noting that the primary goal at the moment is to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, ABC News reported.
Champions Trophy: Anil Kumble feels angle, quality, variety make South Africa's bowling attack complete
New Delhi, March 2: Former India spinner and head coach Anil Kumble believes the variety offered by South Africa's pace trio, featuring Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, and Lungi Ngidi, makes them a dominant force even in the non-friendly bowling conditions evident in the ongoing Champions Trophy.
US State Secy Rubio announces USD 4 billion military aid to Israel, reversing Biden's arms hold
Washington DC, March 2: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday (local time) announced a significant boost in military assistance to Israel, with approximately USD 4 billion in aid set to be expedited.
I wouldn't say mindset changes: Marco Jansen on South Africa's game plan for knockouts in Champions Trophy
Karachi, March 2: After securing the semi-finals of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Saturday, South Africa's left-arm seamer, Marco Jansen, revealed the national team's game plan for the upcoming knockout games in the marquee event.
Champions Trophy: SA won't change mindset heading into knockouts, says Jansen
Karachi, March 2: South Africa has burst into the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with a win over England, fast bowler Marco Jansen said the Proteas do not need to change much in the upcoming game to overcome their poor form in knock-out matches
Champions Trophy: Wicket was slower than expected, boys adapted really well, says Markram
Karachi, March 1: After South Africa sealed their semifinal spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy with a seven-wicket win over England, skipper Aiden Markam said the team adapted really well to the conditions despite the pitch being much slower than expected. South Africa's win to become Group B toppers at the National Stadium was set by pace all-rounders Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen, who picked three wickets each to bowl out England for a dismal 179 all out in 38.2 overs.
Champions Trophy: Mulder, Jansen grab three scalps each as South Africa bowl out England for 179
Karachi, March 1: Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen picked three wickets each in a dominating bowling performance as South Africa bowled out England for just 179, the lowest total of 2025 Champions Trophy, in the final Group B clash at the National Stadium on Saturday.
Marco Rubio extends wishes to Tibetans on Losar, expresses US commitment to protecting human rights of Tibetans
Washington, DC, March 1: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended wishes to Tibetans on Losar, also known as the Tibetan New Year and expressed US' commitment to protecting the "universal, fundamental, and inalienable human rights" of Tibetans and promoting their distinct cultural, linguistic, and religious heritage.
US Secy of State Marco Rubio says Zelenskyy should apologise after Oval Office spat
Washington, DC, March 1: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should apologize following his meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. He stated that Zelenskyy should apologize for "turning this thing into the fiasco for him that it became."
'Opium wars': US Secretary of State accuses China of 'intentionally' flooding state with Fentanyl
Washington, DC, March 1: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated on Wednesday that Beijing might be "intentionally" inundating the United States with the synthetic opioid fentanyl, resembling a "reverse" scenario of the Opium Wars in the mid-1800s that weakened China's global position, according to a report from Radio Free Asia (RFA).
Philippines reports 'unlawful presence' of another Chinese Coast Guard vessel
Manila, Feb 27: Revealing yet another incident of growing Chinese assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific, the Philippines Coast Guard (PCG) on Thursday reported the illegal presence of a Chinese Coast Guard vessel within the Philippines Exclusive Economic Zone.
AFC U20 Asia Cup: Saudi Arabia scrape through to final on penalties against Korea Republic
Shenzhen, Feb 26: Saudi Arabia secured their place in the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Korea Republic, following a goalless draw after 120 minutes in their semi-final clash at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Centre Stadium on Wednesday.
US Secy of State Marco Rubio affirms Iran can never be allowed to possess nuclear weapon
Washington, DC, February 23: United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has affirmed that Iran can never be allowed to possess a nuclear weapon.
US Charge d'Affaires Dana Brown to represent US at G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg
Johannesburg, February 21: US Charge d'Affaires to South Africa Dana Brown is representing United States at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in South Africa's Johannesburg, according to US Embassy spokesperson.
Von der Leyen welcomes EU agreement on 16th package of Russia sanctions
Brussels, Feb 19: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday welcomed the decision taken by the European Union (EU) ambassadors to impose 16th package of sanctions on Russia ahead of the approaching third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
During meeting with US Secretary of State, UAE President reaffirms stance opposing displacement of Palestinian people
Abu Dhabi, February 19: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, who is visiting the UAE.