Iran setting up tolling system in Strait of Hormuz 'unacceptable’: Rubio

“Not only is this illegal, it’s unacceptable, it’s dangerous to the world,” the Secretary warned.

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PM Barzani, US Secretary Rubio discuss Iranian attacks on Kurdistan Region

"The Secretary offered his condolences to the families of the Peshmerga killed in an Iranian missile attack on March 24 and wished a speedy recovery to those injured," read a US State Department statement.

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Rubio condemns ‘terrorist’ attacks on Iraq, Kurdistan

During the phone call, Sudani stressed Iraq’s commitment “to its principled position of not engaging in military actions,” while rejecting “any attempt to drag the country into ongoing conflicts,” according to a statement released by Sudani’s office.

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Kurdistan Region president thanks US State Secretary for 'continued' support

The two also reviewed the situation in Syria,  along with the latest regional developments, stressing "the need to protect the rights of Kurds and other communities in a unified Syria."

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SDF chief Abdi says held 'positive' meeting with US’ Rubio

“It generally went well,” Abdi added, noting that “some issues” remain regarding a holding ceasefire between Rojava and Damascus.

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Rubio warns Sudani of Iran influence on Iraq

“A government controlled by Iran cannot successfully put Iraq’s own interests first,” Rubio told Sudani.

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Main US problem with Iran ‘the treatment of their own people’: Rubio

"That regime is not reflective of the people who live in Iran, who are the inheritors of a proud and long cultural legacy and a proud, proud history," said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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Rubio praises Kurdistan Region President for oil export resumption, peace efforts

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised the "leadership" and "responsible statesmanship" of Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani, citing his role in the resumption of the Region's oil exports and peace efforts in Turkey and Syria.

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Gaza stabilization force must be composed of countries US, Israel 'comfortable' with: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism at the prospect of soon forming an international stabilization force to secure the Gaza Strip as Israeli forces withdraw in keeping with a US-backed peace plan.

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