US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated on Sunday (January 04, 2026) that the US will not play any role in the day-to-day governance of Venezuela other than enforcing the oil blockade. This statement has come at a time when President Donald Trump had announced a day earlier that America will take over the governance of Venezuela after removing President Nicolas Maduro from power.

Trump’s statement changed the tone
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the US will ‘run’ Venezuela for the time being and its role will continue there until a safe and orderly transition of power. After his statement, questions started being raised at the international level whether America was going to directly take over the administration of Venezuela.

cleaning of rubies
Amidst these apprehensions, Foreign Minister Marco Rubio explained Trump’s statement differently. He said that America does not intend to rule Venezuela. According to Rubio, Trump did not mean direct control, but creating pressure so that changes could be brought there.

Oil blockade will continue
Rubio made it clear that America will continue the oil blockade against Venezuela. He said that action against banned oil tankers and their seizure is the biggest means of pressure available to America. Through this pressure, policy changes are being expected from the new government of Venezuela.

America also keeps an eye on drug smuggling
The US Secretary of State said that America wants the Venezuelan oil industry to work in the interest of the people of the country. Along with this, he also described stopping drug smuggling as a big objective. Rubio said that pressure will remain on these issues until concrete changes are made.

America’s interests first
Rubio also said that America will take every step keeping in mind its national interests. He told that the future policy will be decided based on the performance of the people who are currently in power in Venezuela.

Position unclear on military role
Rubio said America’s current military presence is enough to stop drug smuggling and contraband ships. However, he also indicated that other options can be considered if needed.

Situation after Maduro’s arrest
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were detained in a special operation at a military base in Caracas. Both have been brought to America, where they have been charged with serious charges of drug smuggling and conspiracy. The Venezuelan government has called this action an imperialist step.

Appearance in New York court
Nicolas Maduro will appear in New York federal court on Monday. US prosecutors say Maduro’s government has been corrupt and illegal and has been involved in activities related to drug trafficking.

A statement by America’s Foreign Minister Marco Rubio is being discussed in full swing. When he was asked the meaning of the American operation in Venezuela, if the purpose of this attack was to bring the leader Nicolas Maduro to justice, then what was the need to capture Venezuela’s oil industry. He has replied in detail on this.

In an interview given to NBC News, he said that this is the Western Hemisphere. We live here. America will not allow American enemies to establish an operation base in this area.

He said that we do not need backup. We have plenty of oil. We will not allow Venezuela’s oil industry to be run by America’s enemies.

Russia, China and Iran also targeted

Marco Rubio said you have to understand. Why does China need their oil? Why does Russia need their oil? Why does Iran need their oil? They are not even on this continent. This is the western area. We live here. We want that the people there should benefit from the oil earnings of that country.

HOLY SMOKES. In an incredible moment, Sec. Marco Rubio declares the Western Hemisphere is OURS, Russia, China and Iran must GET OUT

WELKER: Why does the US need Venezuelan oil?!

RUBIO: “Why does CHINA need their oil? Russia? Iran? This is the West, THIS IS WHERE WE LIVE.”… pic.twitter.com/ZJU6L2BkNo

— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 4, 2026

Migration into Venezuela continues since 2014

He also pointed to the ongoing migration from Venezuela since 2014. He has blamed this on the increasing foreign interference in Venezuela. Also said that he also did the work of destabilizing this area.

Rubio said that all this is not going to happen now. They will no longer come to our areas and destabilize our areas. Otherwise they will have to pay the price. This would not have happened if President Trump was there.

We were in no mood to take risks

On this, he was also asked about the compulsion of not getting approval from the US Congress. He told that this was not an action for which Congress’s approval was required. This was not an attack. This was not even a long military operation. It was a very precise operation. Action was taken within a few hours. We were in no mood to take any kind of risk.

America has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Australia’s Bondi Beach on Sunday (December 14, 2025). US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has criticized the conspiracy to attack targeting the celebration of the first day of the Jewish festival Hanukkah. With this he has expressed solidarity with the victims of the terrorist attack, their families, the Jewish community and the Australian people.

Rubio shared a post on Twitter saying, ‘The United States condemns the terrorist attack in Australia, which targeted the Jewish festival. There is no place for anti-Semitism in this world. Our prayers are with the victims of this horrific attack, the Jewish community and the people of Australia.

The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Australia targeting a Jewish celebration.

Antisemitism has no place in this world. Our prayers are with the victims of this horrific attack, the Jewish community, and the people of Australia.

—Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) December 14, 2025

We share the pain of the Australian people: Emmanuel Macron

At the same time, French President Emmanuel Macron has also strongly criticized and condemned the terrorist attack in Australia. He said in the X Post, ‘An anti-Semitic terrorist attack has been carried out targeting families gathered to celebrate Hanukkah in Sydney. France expresses its condolences to all the victims, injured and their families affected by this attack.

In Sydney, an antisemitic terrorist attack struck families gathered to celebrate Hanukkah.

France extends its thoughts to the victims, the injured and their loved ones. We share the pain of the Australian people and will continue to fight relentlessly against antisemitic hatred,…

— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) December 14, 2025

“We share the pain of the Australian people and will continue to fight with determination against anti-Semitism, wherever it occurs, which hurts us all,” he said.

Italy condemns all forms of anti-Semitism – Giorgio Meloni

Italy has also expressed solidarity with Australia in this difficult time. Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni said in a post on social media platform X, ‘I am watching with deep sadness the sad and shocking news coming from Sydney. Once again strongly condemning all forms of violence and anti-Semitism, Italy expresses its condolences to all affected victims and expresses its solidarity with their families, the injured and the Jewish communities. With this he reiterates his friendship with the people of Australia.

Followed with deep pain the dramatic news arriving from Sydney. In condemning once again with firmness all forms of violence and antisemitism, Italy expressed its heartfelt condolences to the victims and those who hurt them, all the Jewish communities and…

— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) December 14, 2025

News of terrorist attack from Australia disturbing: Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has also expressed grief over this terrorist attack. He said, ‘The news coming from Australia is very disturbing. The United Kingdom offers its condolences and respect to all those affected by the despicable attack on Bondi Beach. I am constantly keeping abreast of every developing situation in this matter.

Chanukah should be a time of celebration and joy.

The news that the Bondi beach attack was an antisemitic terrorist attack against Jewish families at a Chanukah event is sickening.

My thoughts are with the victims and their families.

The United Kingdom will always stand with…

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) December 14, 2025

In another X post, PM Keir Starmer said, ‘Hanukkah should be a festival and a time of joy, but the anti-Semitic terrorist attack targeting Jewish families during the Hanukkah festival on Bondi Beach is an extremely disgusting and shocking incident. My condolences are with all the victims and their families. Britain will always stand with Australia and the Jewish community. We are actively working on security arrangements for Hanukkah events.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given a big statement regarding the explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi. He said on Wednesday (11 November 2025) that this incident is a terrorist attack. India is investigating this matter very professionally. Speaking to reporters during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting held in Niagara Falls, Canada, Rubio said that India does not need any foreign help to investigate this attack.

Marco Rubio said that Indian officers are very efficient. This investigation is being done very thoughtfully and professionally. This was clearly a terrorist attack, in which a large quantity of explosives were kept in the car. He further said that America has formally offered help, but India is fully capable of handling this case on the strength of its own investigative agencies.

VIDEO | Canada: On Delhi blast, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says, “We’re aware of the potential that holds, but I think the Indians need to be commended. They’ve been very measured, cautious, and professional in how they’re carrying out this ongoing investigation. It was… pic.twitter.com/2smL0OkEf6

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 13, 2025

Discussion in the meeting of Jaishankar and Rubio
On this occasion, India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. There was also a meeting between Jaishankar and Marco Rubio. In the meeting both the leaders Delhi blast Talked on and Rubio expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims. Security cooperation between the two countries and common strategy against terrorism were also discussed.

White collar terrorist network exposed
Meanwhile, a big revelation has come to light in the investigation of the Red Fort blast. Security agencies have found evidence of a white-collar terrorist network, which is said to be related to Pakistan-based organizations Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH). The investigation team conducted raids in several states between October 19 and November 10, in which more than 2,900 kg of explosive material was recovered. According to sources, during this action, some doctors, clerics and technical experts, who were associated with this module, have been detained.

Emergency meeting of the cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister
Serious concern was expressed over the Delhi blast in the cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (11 November 2025). In the meeting, it was termed as a heinous terrorist conspiracy hatched by anti-national forces. Passing the resolution, the Cabinet said that every person involved in this attack and their sponsors will be brought to justice. The investigation is being conducted with full promptness and professional manner.

Investigation in the hands of NIA, keeping an eye on international funding
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has now officially taken charge of this case. NIA is deeply investigating international funding, foreign contacts and networks of terrorist organizations. According to senior agency officials, preliminary investigation revealed that both the explosives and funding were obtained from abroad and the attack was being planned for several months.

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India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the G7 Foreign Ministers Meeting (G7-FMM) held in Ontario, Canada on Wednesday (November 12, 2025). During the meeting, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed deep condolences to the people killed in the car blast outside the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday (November 10, 2025). Along with this, he prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar appreciated the condolence message of the US Secretary of State for those killed in the car blast in Delhi. He has also shared a post in this regard.

Nice to meet @SecRubio this morning at #G7 FMM.

Appreciate his condolences on the loss of lives in the blast in Delhi.

Discussed our bilateral ties, focusing on trade and supply chains. Exchanged views on the Ukraine conflict, the Middle East/West Asia situation and… pic.twitter.com/W4ps4E7D4L

—Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) November 12, 2025

S. Jaishankar said in a post shared on social media platform I appreciate his condolence message towards those who lost their lives in the Delhi blast.

He further said, “During this we discussed our bilateral relations in detail. It particularly focused on trade and supply chains. Along with this, views were also exchanged on the Ukraine conflict, the situation in the Middle East, West Asia and the Indo Pacific region.

Indian government admits terrorist attack, 12 people lost their lives in the blast

On Monday (November 10, 2025) in Delhi, a big explosion occurred in a car parked at the traffic signal near Gate No. 1 of the Metro station outside the Red Fort. 12 people lost their lives in this explosion, and 20 people were seriously injured, who are undergoing treatment. At the same time, the Government of India has considered the car blast outside the Red Fort on Wednesday (November 12, 2025) as a terrorist attack. The government has said that those who hatched this terrorist conspiracy will not be spared at any cost.

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US President Donald Trump has supported allowing foreign students to study in America. He said that it not only keeps the education system of the country strong, but is also very beneficial economically. While talking to Fox News host Laura Ingraham, Trump said that if the admission of foreign students is cut, many American universities will be closed.

Trump said, “If you stop half the students from all over the world, our colleges and universities will be destroyed. I don’t want to do that. It is good for students from outside countries to come, because we should keep pace with the whole world.”

Trump made a big claim

He claimed that half of America’s universities could be closed due to reducing the number of students from China and other countries. According to Trump, foreign students contribute trillions of dollars to the American economy and pay twice the fees as domestic students. He said, “I want to see our education system flourishing. It is not just a matter of inviting students, but it is a business model.”

Visa rules for international students strict

However, this statement has come at a time when the Trump administration has tightened the visa rules for international students. Thousands of visas have been canceled and some foreign students have been arrested or deported due to pro-Palestine activities.

When Ingraham suggested that reducing the number of foreign students would increase seats for American students, Trump disagreed. He said this would cause huge harm to small colleges and black historical universities.

Marco Rubio had taken a big decision

On the other hand, Foreign Minister Marco Rubio had earlier this year given instructions to temporarily stop student visa interviews. Now the administration is working on a new policy called Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, under which it plans to limit the number of foreign students to 15% of the total undergraduate admissions and not allow more than 5% students from any one country. Many top institutions are opposing this proposal.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the growing closeness between Washington and Pakistan will not affect America’s strong partnership with India. Rubio clarified that America’s objective is not to limit relations with Pakistan only to anti-terrorism cooperation, but also to work towards increasing partnership at the economic and strategic levels.

‘The relationship with India is deep and historic’- US Secretary of State
Rubio said in the press briefing, ‘Our relationship with India is deep, historic and very important. Our talks with Pakistan are not happening at India’s expense. He said that America is adopting a practical foreign policy, in which it is simultaneously strengthening relations with many countries. India is a very mature country and it understands that we need to maintain relations with different countries.

‘Want to rebuild alliance with Pakistan’
The US Secretary of State said that America is trying to form a new strategic alliance with Pakistan. He said, ‘We are willing to work with Pakistan. We know there will be challenges, but we are looking for opportunities to see which issues we can work together on. Rubio also said that the US and Pakistan have a long partnership in counter-terrorism cooperation, and now Washington wants to take it forward.

‘India’s concern is natural, but we will maintain balance’
When asked whether India has expressed concern over America’s growing closeness to Pakistan, Rubio said, ‘India’s concern is natural because there has been tension between the two countries for a long time. But India understands that America has to maintain relations with many countries. He said that India itself maintains relations with countries from which America is distant, hence this is a part of mature diplomacy.

New warmth in America-Pakistan relations
In recent times, relations between America and Pakistan have strengthened rapidly. America has signed an agreement with Pakistan on important mineral partnership, under which an investment of 500 million dollars will be made. Apart from this, both the countries have also agreed on oil reserves and trade expansion.

Trump praised Pak PM and Army Chief
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump praised Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir, calling them ‘excellent people’. Trump also recently claimed that he saved millions of lives by preventing a possible war between India and Pakistan. This statement has come at a time when a new turn is being seen in the relations between America and Pakistan.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Israel that unilaterally imposing laws in the occupied areas of the West Bank and taking over the occupied territories is a threat to the peace process. The warning came as Israel’s parliament passed a resolution imposing its law on the West Bank, a controversial move considered by the Palestinians to be a proposed future state territory.

America warned
Marco Rubio said, ‘Efforts to annex the West Bank are a potential threat to the peace agreement. Israel is a democratic country, it can take its vote and position, but at the present time this step can give adverse results. Washington has repeatedly warned that any unilateral annexation of the West Bank would be considered crossing the ‘red line’. President Donald Trump had clearly said in September, ‘I will not allow Israel to occupy the West Bank. This won’t happen.’

How is the situation in the West Bank?
Israel captured the West Bank from Jordan during the 1967 Six-Day War and has maintained military control over the area ever since. Although successive governments have avoided formal annexation, they have expanded settlements and declared large tracts of land ‘state land’, blocking Palestinian ownership and development.

Following the Hamas attack in October 2023 and Israel’s military action in Gaza, Israel’s right-wing government accelerated settlement approvals in the West Bank. Israeli settlement attacks also increased during the same period. According to UN data, more than 1,000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces or settlements in the West Bank since October 2023. There were 757 recorded attacks in the first half of 2025 alone, which is 13% more than the previous year.

Rubio said such steps could jeopardize delicate regional diplomacy. He reiterated that President Trump has made it clear that America cannot support such steps at this time.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made a big statement on Tuesday (September 23, 2025) about the purchase of India’s Russian oil. He said that President Trump is considering to tighten the restrictions on Russia and increase tariffs on India as India is constantly importing crude oil from Russia. Rubio said that this step can be taken to pressure the Ukraine war to end. Along with this, he has asked Europe to impose similar restrictions.

You have seen the steps we took for India: Rubio

In an interview to NBC, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, “There are some countries in Europe, which are buying crude oil and natural gas from Russia on a large scale, which is absolutely absurd.”

He said, ‘You have seen the steps we have taken in relation to India, although we hope that it can be improved and President Trump has the ability to take more steps and because the direction in which the situation is going is considering it.’

Progress in conversation with India: Rubio

Earlier, in an interview to ABC News, Marco Rubio had said, ‘The main issue of talks on trade agreement with India is the purchase of oil from Russia. We recently held a meeting with him again, which had issues about the purchase of crude oil from Russia, which has made a lot of progress.

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is on a tour of America

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is currently on a visit to the US, where he is trying to accelerate further talks over trade between India and the US, which resumed after the personal meeting of President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi last week.

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