US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized during his visit to Sweden that the United States constantly analyzes its military presence in various regions of the world and modifies it in response to current needs and requirements. He also emphasized that decisions about changing the stationing of US troops around the world are consulted with allies. He previously said that the United States' global commitments require constant review.
– said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
– he added.
Marco Rubio also said at the same conference that the United States did not make a specific request for NATO assistance on the Strait of Hormuz at the meeting in Sweden on Friday, but that a Plan B is needed if Iran refuses to reopen this key sea lane.
