Marco Rubio

Trump's China policy is the opposite of expected, with a focus on the Middle East.

US forces fired on and disabled two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

Marco Rubio wore a grey Nike tracksuit on Air Force One, sparking an internet frenzy.

Trump and Xi will discuss Iran, trade, and AI in their Beijing summit.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio entered China alongside President Trump on May 13, despite previous sanctions, after China altered his name's Chinese transliteration to circumvent penalties from his earlier congressional criticism of Beijing's human rights record.

Trump visits Beijing seeking China's diplomatic pressure on Iran to finalize a ceasefire deal, though experts doubt a major agreement and Trump contradicts himself on whether Chinese help is needed.

Lawmakers question US Ambassador Tom Barrack's comments on Turkey's possible return to the F-35 program.

US forces disabled two Iranian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz after exchanging fire, escalating tensions amid a fragile ceasefire as Washington pressures Iran on nuclear talks and port blockades.

President Trump downplayed Iran differences with Chinese leader Xi before their Beijing summit, claiming Iran remains under control while seeking Chinese pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and secure ceasefire terms.

China and US leaders will discuss trade, Iran, and Taiwan during Trump's visit to China.

President Trump dismissed concerns about inflation from the Iran war, stating he does not consider Americans' financial situation when deciding on peace deals, as inflation surged to 3.8 percent and war costs reached $29 billion.

President Trump visited China in May 2026 to meet Xi Jinping, primarily addressing trade tensions from escalating tariffs while downplaying Iran concerns, accompanied by major U.S. corporate executives seeking business opportunities.

The US considers renaming its Iran conflict operation if the ceasefire agreement collapses.

The U.S. military fired upon and disabled two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions, marking another incident in ongoing geopolitical disputes over maritime shipping routes and Iranian sanctions compliance.

Trump announces talks with ‘failed’ Cuba

Rubio leads Vance as the preferred 2028 Republican candidate, with 45.4 percent support in a recent poll.

Trump's upcoming China visit will likely disappoint, as deep structural rivalries over technology, manufacturing dominance, and Taiwan persist despite Beijing's pressure for policy concessions on the island democracy.

President Trump visited China for a three-day summit with Xi Jinping amid ongoing Iran conflict, discussing Taiwan arms sales, trade disputes, and regional tensions with Secretary of State Rubio and Defense Secretary Hegseth present.

Trump labeled Venezuela America's "51st state" on social media following Maduro's arrest, prompting Venezuela's interim president to reject the remarks and assert sovereignty amid escalating U.S.-Venezuelan tensions over strategic oil interests.

President Trump arrives in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping, focusing on Iran conflict, trade negotiations, and artificial intelligence, amid rising tensions over Taiwan and China's geopolitical leverage from the Middle East war.

The Pentagon considers renaming its Iran military operation to "Operation Sledgehammer" if hostilities resume, which would restart the 60-day congressional approval clock under the War Powers Resolution, amid stalled peace negotiations and ongoing regional blockades.

China allows US Secretary Rubio to visit with President Trump despite past criticism.

China's Xi Jinping will press Donald Trump on Taiwan and tariffs during their summit.

Trump visits China as the US and China compare as economic superpowers.

Cuba rejects US claims of offering $100 million in humanitarian aid, calling it a "fable" and a "lie".

Trump suggests a Vance-Rubio ticket for 2028, polling the crowd at a White House dinner.

President Trump visits China May 13-15 to meet Xi Jinping, addressing Taiwan arms transfers, Iran conflict, rare earth restrictions, and trade relations, after previously postponing due to regional instability.

Pentagon prepares Operation Sledgehammer to renew war powers after Trump's Epic Fury plan fails.

The Dominican Republic agrees to accept third-country migrants deported by the US.

Why Has J.D. Vance Been Quiet about China?

Trump claimed Cuba seeks negotiations while the US intensified economic and diplomatic pressure, potentially destabilizing Havana's economy and forcing the government toward the negotiating table amid escalating regional tensions.

Sen. Scott asks Secretary of State Rubio to safeguard Colombia’s ‘deteriorating’ election security

Trump arrives in China for a reduced-ambitions summit as both superpowers remain distracted by the Iran conflict, with Trump's failed military strategy leaving Iran's nuclear program intact and China's critical oil supplies disrupted.

President Trump arrives in Beijing Wednesday for talks with Xi Jinping on Iran conflict, tariffs, and trade, accompanied by major US CEOs seeking to resolve friction over USD 525 billion in annual exports and secure a comprehensive trade deal.

The European Union sanctioned Israeli settlers for West Bank violence after Hungary's new government ended months of blockade, moving toward unified EU opposition to Israeli policies while also sanctioning Hamas figures.

Trump and Xi will discuss Iran, trade, and AI in their Beijing meeting.

China's Xi Jinping will press Trump on Taiwan and tariffs during their summit.

Trump appoints David Venturella as new ICE director to lead immigration crackdown efforts.

Trump visits Beijing as Iran war looms, seeking China's diplomatic help.

The Trump administration considers launching "Operation Sledgehammer" against Iran if the ceasefire collapses.

Trump and Xi aim to keep Iran war from overshadowing their China summit.

U.S. sanctions new head of Cuban military firm; Canada’s Sherritt suspends Cuba operations

President Trump traveled to China to meet President Xi Jinping, prioritizing trade discussions to resolve tariff tensions while downplaying Iran concerns as a negotiation topic with Chinese leadership.

President Trump dismissed concerns about inflation from the Iran war, stating he doesn't consider Americans' financial situation when negotiating with Iran, as inflation surged to 3.8 percent and Pentagon costs reached $29 billion.

Trump meets Xi Jinping in Beijing seeking competition management amid China's newfound confidence in its economic strength and belief in an emerging multipolar world order, though fundamental disagreements on trade, technology, and Taiwan remain unresolved.

European leaders refuse to apologize to Trump after criticizing his actions in Iran.

Scholars warn Iranian academia is being crushed by war and repression

Spanish Corporations Face Trump's Scrutiny Over Cuban Ties

AOC leads the 2028 Democratic presidential primary poll with 26% of votes.

The House Select Committee on Strategic Competition with China investigates whether the US can enforce technology restrictions on China, particularly regarding ASML's planned semiconductor equipment sales to China by end of 2026, amid broader concerns about pharmaceutical supply chain dependencies and AI vulnerabilities.