US Secretary of State Rubio thanks President Ruto for condemning Iran missile strikes
US Secretary of State Rubio thanks President Ruto for condemning Iran missile strikes
President William Ruto on Tuesday held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional security issues.
According to a communiqué issued by the US Department of State, Secretary Rubio thanked President Ruto for his public condemnation of Iranian aggression against Gulf States.
The discussions also touched on the objectives of Operation Epic Fury, a joint U.S.–Israel military operation targeting Iran.
“He (Rubio) also expressed his gratitude for Kenya’s significant contributions to peace and security in Haiti and Kenya’s commitment to ensuring a smooth transition to the Gang Suppression Force,” the US Department of State added.
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“The Secretary and President Ruto also discussed commercial opportunities and how to further strengthen our enduring partnership.”
Earlier in March 2026, President Ruto condemned Iranian missile strikes targeting several Gulf countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain.
However, his remarks triggered criticism at home, with some observers arguing that the stance lacked balance, potentially undermining Kenya’s traditional diplomatic neutrality and risking unnecessary strain in its foreign relations.
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