Secretary of state also conveys his commitment to addressing 'threats posed by Iran,’ 'pursuing opportunities for peace,' says State Department - Anadolu Ajansı

Mr Rubio told Mr Netanyahu that the US will continue to work "tirelessly" to help free the remaining hostages in Gaza. Read more at straitstimes.com.

In a speech as Israel awaited the release of the first hostages on Saturday, Mr Netanyahu said both president Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the president-elect, had promised him Israel had the right to resume the fighting “in new ways and with very great power” if Hamas violated the deal.

Trump's new Secretary of State pick Marco Rubio spoke with Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday and let him know that 'support for Israel is a top priority' for the 47th president, a State Department spokesperson said.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday to reiterate Washington's support for its ally, and the two also discussed Iran and Israeli hostages in Gaza,

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held his first call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing Washingtons unwavering support for Israel. Rubio, serving under President Donald Trumps administration,