Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Thursday to address a range of pressing geopolitical issues. The talks centered on Washington’s longstanding objections to the International Criminal Court, with both diplomats exchanging views on the tribunal’s jurisdiction and operations.
The conversation extended to the volatile situation in the Middle East, where the two officials underscored the critical importance of maintaining freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary Rubio also pressed for an end to European Union regulatory measures and preferential policies that he characterized as unfairly targeting American technology firms.
Finally, the pair discussed ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a durable, long-term resolution to the war between Russia and Ukraine.
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