U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called on Syrian authorities to prosecute those responsible for massacres against minority communities in Syria and bring them to justice.

In a Saturday post on X (formerly Twitter), Rubio stated:

• "The United States stands with Syria's religious and ethnic minorities, and extends condolences to victims and their families."

• Urged Syrian security forces to prevent ISIS or other extremists from entering Al-Suwayda province in southern Syria

• Demanded action to halt violations against minority groups

Key Warning:
Rubio emphasized that "if Damascus wants any chance for a unified, inclusive Syria free from ISIS and Iranian control, it must help end this catastrophe."

Diplomatic Context:
The statement follows trilateral talks in Amman between:

1. Jordanian FM Ayman Safadi

2. Syrian FM Faisal Mekdad

3. U.S. Ambassador to Turkey/Syria Envoy Thomas Parker
   (Discussed ceasefire efforts and civilian protection in Syria)