Rubio Oversees Halt to Foreign Aid and Meets With Asian Diplomats on Day 1
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German foreign minister Baerbock attacks Scholz over Ukraine aid
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In their final meeting, Zelenskyy, Austin say military aid to Ukraine must continue
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