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Secretary Rubio’s Call with German Foreign Minister Wadephul

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Secretary Rubio's Call with German Foreign Minister Wadephul

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Office of the Spokesperson

August 24, 2026

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. They discussed the importance of a lasting and durable peace between Russia and Ukraine. They also reiterated the shared U.S.-German commitment to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring Iran never develops or acquires a nuclear weapon.

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