Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently spoke with Sean Hannity on Fox News.
They talked about many important topics like NATO, the war between Russia and Ukraine, problems in the Middle East, and the United States' role in promoting peace. Secretary Rubio shared updates about NATO countries working together, possible peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, and Iran’s nuclear goals. This article explains what they talked about in simple words.
Part 1: NATO and Defense Spending Sean Hannity’s Question: Sean asked about NATO and whether countries are paying their fair share for defense. He said many countries had not been spending enough money on their military, and this could weaken NATO. Marco Rubio’s Answer: Secretary Rubio said things have improved since 2018. That year, President Donald Trump went to the NATO summit and pushed other countries to spend more on defense. At that time, some countries were spending less than 1% of their national income on their military. Now, things are different. Many NATO countries are spending at least 2%, and some are spending over 4%. The goal is for every country to spend 5% over the next ten years. This would be the first time in NATO’s history that so many members reach these goals. It would make NATO stronger, and Secretary Rubio gave credit to President Trump for pushing them in the right direction.
Part 2: Peace in Ukraine and the Role of Donald Trump Sean’s Question: Sean asked about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. There was some hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin might meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but it hasn’t happened. Sean asked why Rubio said peace might only come if Trump talks directly to Putin. Marco Rubio’s Answer: Rubio said that he and President Trump believe the only way peace can happen is if Trump personally meets with Putin. They think other talks have not worked and will not work. Secretary Rubio said there have been many meetings, trips, and negotiations, but nothing has led to real peace. According to Rubio, President Trump is the only person who could possibly make a deal with Putin. Rubio didn’t say when or where this meeting might happen, but he said this is the only chance to end the war.
Part 3: War Can Only End With Peace Talks Sean’s Question: Sean asked whether Rubio really believed the war could only end with peace talks and not military action. He mentioned that President Trump talks a lot about the human suffering caused by war.
Marco Rubio’s Answer: Rubio agreed and said President Trump gave one of his most important speeches recently in Saudi Arabia. In that speech, Trump said he wants more building and less bombing. He wants to stop wars, prevent wars, and bring peace. Rubio said that Trump doesn’t like war. He would rather spend money on helping people and building things than on fighting. Trump said that if we didn’t have to spend so much on defense, we could use that money to make people’s lives better. Rubio said the President believes in peace and is trying very hard to stop the war between Russia and Ukraine. Rubio also said that some people criticize the President for this peaceful approach, but he doesn’t understand why. He believes we should be proud that the President wants peace and not more death and destruction.
Part 4: Problems in the Middle East – Iran and Terrorism Sean’s Question: Sean moved on to the Middle East. He said Iran is the number one country that supports terrorism. Iran supports terrorist groups like Hamas, Hizballah, and the Houthis. Sean said Iran also builds long-range missiles that could carry nuclear bombs. He asked Rubio if there’s any hope Iran will stop. Marco Rubio’s Answer: Rubio said President Trump has given Iran a choice: they can choose peace and prosperity, or they can keep going down a dangerous path. Rubio said the problem is not with the Iranian people, who have a rich and peaceful culture. The problem is with the leaders of Iran, the clerical regime. This regime, Rubio said, supports terrorism in many countries. They help dangerous groups like Hizballah and Hamas and cause trouble in Iraq and Syria. The Iranian regime even chants “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” during public events. Rubio said we have to believe them when they say these things. He said Iran can never be allowed to have nuclear weapons. President Trump hopes for peace and wants a deal. Steve Witkoff, who is working on the negotiations, is doing a good job. But if Iran does not agree to peace, then the United States will have to use maximum pressure.
Part 5: The Risk of Iran’s Nuclear Program Sean’s Question: Sean said that Iran is already enriching uranium at very high levels. This is close to making nuclear weapons. He asked Rubio how close Iran is to making a bomb and if there’s still time to stop them. Marco Rubio’s Answer: Rubio said Iran is very close. People hear “60% enrichment” and think that’s far from the 90% needed for a weapon, but Rubio said that’s not true. Most of the hard work happens before reaching 60%. Once a country reaches 60%, they are already 90% of the way toward having a nuclear weapon. This is why the situation is so serious. Iran can now quickly go from 60% to 90% and build a nuclear bomb. Rubio said this is not just a danger for the United States or Israel – it’s a danger for the whole Middle East. None of the other countries in the region want Iran to have a nuclear weapon either. Rubio also reminded viewers that Iran has missiles that can carry nuclear weapons. This makes the situation even more dangerous. He said the region is running out of time, and if Iran doesn’t choose peace soon, then the United States and its allies will have to act.
In this interview, Secretary of State Marco Rubio explained the challenges the world is facing and what the U.S. is doing to help. He said that NATO is stronger now because countries are spending more on defense. He also believes peace in Ukraine can only come if President Trump meets with Putin. Rubio said President Trump wants peace, not war, and hopes that Iran will choose a peaceful path. But if Iran keeps building toward nuclear weapons, the U.S. and its allies will have to act to stop them. This interview showed how the U.S. is trying to build a safer, more peaceful world while being ready to defend itself and its allies when necessary.
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