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Rubio warns there's 'real risk' Russia-Ukraine war could spread into another country as he calls for end to conflict
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need for Ukraine and Russia to focus on ending their ongoing war during his visit to Uzbekistan.
- Rubio acknowledged talks of a potential meeting between US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese leader Xi Jinping to negotiate peace, though no final decision has been made.
- Rubio highlighted the risks of the conflict escalating or spreading to neighboring countries due to incidents like sabotage attacks or drone misfires.
- The US has attempted to mediate peace, with Trump securing a diesel import deal with Russia and waiving some sanctions to encourage negotiations, moves criticized by Ukraine’s President Zelensky.
- Meanwhile, fresh Russian air strikes in Kyiv caused civilian casualties and damaged infrastructure, including a subway station and a residential building.
