Published: May 21, 2026, 22:31 IST | Updated: May 21, 2026, 22:31 IST
Marco Rubio spoke about humanitarian aid to Cuba and rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz before departing for a major NATO foreign ministers’ meeting. Rubio said “no one is in favour” of disruptions or tolls linked to the strategic waterway, which remains critical for global oil shipments. His remarks come at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty, with NATO allies closely watching developments in the Middle East and broader global security concerns.