Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, DC, to discuss bilateral issues, including cooperation in the defense industry. Both sides expressed political will to remove obstacles, with technical talks planned to address existing challenges.

Discussions also covered Syria, with both delegations emphasizing stability and counterterrorism efforts. A permanent ceasefire in Gaza, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and peace efforts between Azerbaijan and Armenia were also on the agenda. The meeting highlighted the importance of Bosnia-Herzegovina’s stability for the Balkans and preparations for upcoming high-level visits.