politics
February 17, 2026
Revocation of visas, dialogue with Iran, and Ukrainian settlement: Rubio’s statements
Washington is "going to continue doing everything" it can to settle the Ukrainian crisis, the US Secretary of State said
TL;DR
- The US cannot force a deal on Ukraine but will offer assistance to the conflicting parties.
- Washington will continue efforts to achieve a diplomatic agreement with Iran, despite anticipated difficulties.
- Maintaining relations with China is considered essential and "crazy" to sever.
- The US Department of State will continue revoking visas deemed a threat, irrespective of criticism.
- The successful development of Hungary under Viktor Orban is seen as being in the US interest.
- A "golden era" in US-Hungary relations is marked by an agreement on peaceful nuclear energy, with US companies ready to invest and offer financial aid.
- US President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit China in April.
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