US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is making global headlines this week for his active diplomatic engagement and a series of high-stakes policy measures. On September twentieth, Rubio held a call with Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine’s presidential office, to discuss preparations for upcoming security guarantees for Ukraine and plans to expand military, defense, and economic cooperation. This phone conversation came just days before a highly anticipated meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump at the United Nations General Assembly. The Kyiv Independent and Ukrinform report that both parties reiterated the importance of US support for Ukraine, especially as Zelensky seeks concrete security assurances amid continued conflict with Russia. The meeting between Zelensky and Trump is expected to focus on further weapons deliveries, economic cooperation, and broader international support for Kyiv.

In the realm of international relations, Rubio was also approached by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who urged the United States to influence Egypt to curb its recent military buildup in the Sinai Peninsula. According to reporting by i24 News and Algemeiner, this request comes as regional tensions rise, particularly given the ongoing war in Gaza that has complicated Cairo and Jerusalem’s relationship.

On the regulatory front, Marco Rubio has made several notable policy announcements as Secretary of State. This week, new restrictions were introduced on H one B visa entries. A recently signed Presidential Proclamation now requires employers to pay a one hundred thousand dollar fee for each specialty occupation worker petition, with only limited exceptions for cases deemed in the national interest. According to NAFSA, this measure is claimed by the administration to target abuses in the visa program and prioritize the admission of highly skilled workers while addressing concerns about wage suppression and national security.

Rubio has also presided over ongoing reviews and adjustments to American foreign aid, with several executive orders implemented to prioritize efficiency and alignment with current US foreign policy objectives. This includes an ongoing pause and review of State Department and Agency for International Development funded foreign assistance to ensure programs are effective and consistent with the America First approach.

As top US diplomat, Rubio has also been at the center of recent negotiations around the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process, highlighting the strategic importance of the recent Washington Summit. Report.az notes that Rubio emphasized the seventy million dollar American investment in new infrastructure as part of a broader deal aimed at promoting peace and unblocking vital transportation corridors in the region.

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