Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's request for nuclear weapons in lieu of NATO membership is not a serious offer.

Ukraine gave up its inherited nuclear weapons in 1994 in exchange for security assurances from Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Rubio emphasized the importance of diplomatic communication with Russia, even during conflicts, to prevent escalation and work towards peace.

Rubio addressed the seizure of American-owned company Glavproduct by the Russian government, indicating it will be part of future diplomatic discussions.

Rubio criticized those who oppose the Trump administration's peace efforts in Ukraine, labeling them as hypocritical for their inconsistent stances on international conflicts.