Rubio dismisses allies' concerns about U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats as tensions rise

International Law & Security - The US Secretary of State met with G7 ministers to discuss tough issues facing the US and its closest trading partners [1] - Other leaders expressed concerns that US attacks near Venezuela against suspected drug traffickers violate international law [2] - A top minister representing European countries mentioned the need to change the law due to the impact of drug smuggling [2] - The US Secretary of State claims the issue of international law violations was not raised with him during the G7 meetings [3] Trade & Tariffs - The US Secretary of State was on the defensive about trade and erratic tariff policy during the G7 meeting [3]