On May 8, 2026, US Secretary of State Rubio held discussions in Rome with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
The talks centered on US-Italian relations and broader EU dynamics, with Meloni indicating a willingness to undertake a mission to Hormuz following the conflict.
Rubio assured that updates on negotiations with Iran would be forthcoming, while the topic of tariffs, particularly regarding Trump's position, remained a significant point of discussion.