Secretary of State Marco Rubio Updates on Ukraine-Russia Talks and Critical Minerals

Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed ongoing efforts to achieve a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia, noting that for the first time in years, technical teams from both countries are meeting in a forum attended by U.S. experts. Rubio said progress has been made on many open items from last year, though the remaining issues are the most difficult, and the war continues.

He emphasized that breakthroughs in conflict resolution often come unexpectedly, citing Gaza as an example, and reaffirmed U.S. commitment to persistent engagement. Rubio also highlighted Ukraine’s economic potential, noting that critical minerals could play a key role in the country’s post-war prosperity, potentially doubling its GDP over the next decade with the right economic strategy.