The secretary of state said he looked forward to "addressing the threats posed by Iran and pursuing opportunities for peace."
(Jan. 23, 2025 / JNS) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to keep up Washington’s “steadfast support” for Israel, speaking in his first call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, according to a State Department readout.
Israel is a “top priority” for the new administration, said Rubio, who on Monday became the first of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks to make it through Senate confirmation in a 99-0 vote.
Rubio “congratulated the prime minister on Israel’s successes against Hamas and Hezbollah and pledged to work tirelessly to help free all remaining hostages held in Gaza,” Washington’s readout stated.