Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States is prepared to help bring an end to the war in Ukraine, but cautioned that a quick agreement is unlikely. Rubio made the remarks after meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. According to Rubio, President Donald Trump is committed to working toward a resolution, but only “if conditions and factors have changed to make that possible.” The meeting between Rubio and Lavrov signals ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the conflict, which has been ongoing since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. However, Rubio did not provide specifics on what changes would be needed to move forward with a deal. The war in Ukraine has caused widespread destruction and displacement, and previous attempts at peace talks have stalled. The United States has been a key supporter of Ukraine, providing military and economic aid. Rubio's comments suggest that while the US remains open to diplomacy, a breakthrough is not imminent. The statement underscores the complexity of the situation and the challenges in finding a resolution acceptable to all parties.