U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to travel to the Middle East next week and visit several countries in the region.
According to a report published on Friday, June 19, by Axios, Rubio is likely to visit Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain.
The report states that during his visit to Bahrain, the U.S. secretary of state may hold a meeting with the foreign ministers of the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
According to the report, the purpose of the meeting would be to discuss regional issues and strengthen coordination among Gulf countries.
The U.S. Department of State has not yet officially confirmed the planned trip.
