LONDON and JERUSALEM — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on Sunday morning in Israel, the place he plans to satisfy with officers to debate the warfare in Gaza.
“My focus might be on securing the return of hostages, discovering methods to ensure humanitarian support reaches civilians, and addressing the menace posed by Hamas,” Rubio stated on social media forward of his flight.
He added, “Hamas can’t live on if peace within the area is the purpose.”
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his spouse Jeanette Dousdebes are greeted upon arival by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee and his spouse Janet Huckabee, at Ben Gurion Worldwide Airport, close to Lod, Israel, Sept. 14, 2025.
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The secretary and his spouse, Jeanette Dousdebes Rubio, had been greeted upon arrival at Ben Gurion airport by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee and his spouse, Janet Huckabee.
Rubio is scheduled to satisfy one-on-one with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier than the 2 go to the Western Wall at 2 p.m. native time.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his spouse Jeanette Dousdebes arrive at Ben Gurion Worldwide Airport, close to Lod, Israel, September 14, 2025.
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The secretary is predicted to “convey America’s priorities within the Israel-Hamas battle and broader points regarding Center Jap safety, reaffirming U.S. dedication to Israeli safety,” in line with the U.S. State Department.
Netanyahu and Rubio are additionally anticipated to debate the deliberate Israeli operation to seize control of Gaza Metropolis, the most important metropolis within the Gaza Strip, the State Division stated.
Israel final week issued an order calling for residents of the town to evacuate, saying the Israeli navy would function “with nice power” throughout the metropolis.
