Rubio frustrated as Witkoff overshadows him in diplomacy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is feeling frustrated in his role as the United States' top diplomat. Reports say he has been overshadowed by Steve Witkoff, a billionaire developer and close friend of President Donald Trump. Witkoff has become an important figure in foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East. In recent weeks, Witkoff has played a significant part in several high-profile diplomatic successes. These include securing the release of hostages in Israel, bringing American Marc Fogel back from Russian custody, and attempting to broker a ceasefire in Gaza. He has also traveled to Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the ceasefire proposal. While Witkoff has been busy with these tasks, Rubio has been focused on his own travels. He has visited Central America for immigration discussions, met with G7 partners, and engaged in talks about the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. However, his efforts have not received the same attention or influence as Witkoff's. Sources indicate that Rubio is perplexed by this situation. His role has not matched the expectations of a typical Secretary of State. Some members of Trump's inner circle remain skeptical of Rubio’s foreign policy views, further complicating his standing. A former State Department official criticized the idea of Witkoff playing a key role in serious negotiations, calling it "ridiculous."