The directive follows President Donald Trump’s executive order Monday pausing new obligations and disbursements of foreign aid pending review.

Tensions between the U.S. and China have been rising for some time now, and Rubio's appointment has widely been seen as a sign that Trump plans to maintain a hard line on China during his second term. One of the most outspoken China hawks in Washington, Rubio has introduced several bills targeting the Chinese Communist Party.

Families of Karina Ariev, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy, Liri Albag informed they’ll be released * Israel decides not to halt deal over failure to free female civilians first

Newly confirmed Secretary of State Marco Rubio has paused the Biden administration's refugee operations and is set to ramp up

New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call on Friday with Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son in which he urged Vietnam to address trade imbalances and also discussed shared concerns about China.

In a Senate confirmation hearing that often turned to discussion of Israel, Marco Rubio voiced his view that the United States should revoke the visas of any “supporter of Hamas” in the country. The Florida GOP senator,

Israel confirmed receiving the names of four female soldiers held hostage by Hamas following the October 7 attack, who are set to be returned as part of the ongoing ceasefire deal, CNN reported. Hamas said earlier that it intends to release Karina Ariev (20), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20) and Liri Albag (19).

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio was confirmed by the Senate to be the next secretary of state Monday night, making him the first of President Trump's Cabinet picks to receive congressional approval.

The newly appointed U.S. secretary of state, Marco Rubio, reiterated Washington's 'unwavering support' for Israel, days into a fragile cease-fire

Former US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) was sworn in Monday afternoon as America’s first Cuban American Secretary of State, the 72nd individual to fill the position. The former lawmaker served as a senator for 14 years.

Marco Rubio spoke to Netanyahu from Washington on Wednesday night to "underscore that maintaining the United States' steadfast support for Israel is a top priority for President Trump," State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said.