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Rubio Raises Flag in Kuwait, Marks US Return Post-Drone Attacks

6/25/2026

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended a flag-raising ceremony in Kuwait City on June 24, the first U.S. diplomatic presence there since the March suspension.
Rubio said the flag symbolizes liberty and highlighted Kuwait’s security role.
The embassy will resume emergency services, phase in other functions, and host talks led by Rubio with regional allies on ending the war in Iran after March drone attacks.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended a flag-raising ceremony in Kuwait City on June 24, the first U.S. diplomatic presence there since the March suspension.
Rubio said the flag symbolizes liberty and highlighted Kuwait’s security role.
The embassy will resume emergency services, phase in other functions, and host talks led by Rubio with regional allies on ending the war in Iran after March drone attacks.