US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed his intention to thoroughly discuss the nearly completed Lebanon ceasefire deal with Republican Sen. Marco Rubio, who is expected to be nominated for secretary of state by President-elect Donald Trump. Blinken mentioned during a news conference at the G7 summit in Italy that he is looking forward to meeting with Rubio to review the progress made and discuss future steps.
Blinken emphasized the importance of continuity in addressing critical issues and ensuring a smooth transition between administrations. He highlighted the significance of providing the incoming Trump administration with a strong foundation to advance peace and security efforts in the region.
