Canada's foreign minister issued a blunt eight-word statement to Marco Rubio during a tense exchange at the G7 summit on Friday, stating, "Canada's sovereignty is not up for debate. Period"

Rubio told reporters Wednesday that he does not plan to discuss Trump's plan to "take over Canada" and that they "have a lot of other things we work on together." "We defend North America through NORAD and the airspace of our continent together,

With U.S. tariffs sparking backlash, Rubio engages in a crucial dialogue with G7 allies, emphasizing the importance of economic stability and security. (Scripps News)

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there is reason to be "cautiously optimistic" about a potential ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Speaking from Canada following a meeting with G7 allies, Rubio said he realizes the situation is complex and a lot of work still needs to be done to reach an agreement.

The United States drew closer to its G7 allies on Friday, overcoming differences, at least momentarily, to back Ukraine's territorial integrity and warn Russia to follow Kyiv in accepting a ceasefire or face possible further sanctions.

G7 nations emphasised on Friday the need for robust "security arrangements" to ensure a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, warning Moscow to follow Kyiv in agreeing a ceasefire or face further sanctions,