From The Rio Times · Isabel Rojas · · 2m
Rubio Speech Calls for Western Power
Rubio declares Western power revival after 30 years of globalism.
In brief
Rubio declares Western power revival after 30 years of globalism. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the West's return to unapologetic national power after 30 years of globalization. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Rubio's Athens Speech
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke on the Pnyx in Athens on 7 October 2026 with the Acropolis behind him.
“We choose the unapologetic pursuit of national power.”
Core Message
Rubio declared the West has become ashamed of its greatness and that this shame threatens survival.
“We choose the unapologetic pursuit of national power.”
Historical Context
The West believed trade and global institutions would make raw power old-fashioned for 30 years.
Iran War Impact
The US has been at war with Iran since 28 February 2026, and Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz.
Prediction Markets
Polymarket predicts a US invasion of Iran before 2027 at 15.5% and a Democratic House win on 3 November at 90.5%.
Latin America Shift
Right-leaning presidents elected in Bolivia, Honduras, Chile, Peru and Colombia since October 2025.
Shield of the Americas
More than a dozen Latin American countries joined the US-led Shield of the Americas coalition against cartels.
Resource Wealth
Chile, Argentina and Bolivia hold roughly half the world's lithium, and Chile and Peru mine about a third of copper.
European Spending
NATO pledged to raise defense and security spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, with Greece as a model ally.
Migration Challenge
46.7 million people born outside the EU lived in the bloc at the start of 2025, according to Eurostat.
EU Birth Rate
The EU's birth rate fell to a record low of 1.34 children per woman in 2024.
Rubio's Historical Link
Rubio linked Athens' 200 warships built in 483 BC to the US's current power strategy.
Iran War Timeline
The US and Israel struck Iran on 28 February 2026, and Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz.
US Strategy
Rubio called for the West to rebuild industry, supply chains and defense to lead in AI, chips and drones.
Historical Precedents
Harry Truman asked for US$400 million to save Greece and Turkey from communism in 1947, and Reagan stood at the Berlin Wall in 1987.
What's Next
The midterms on 3 November will test Rubio's doctrine as the US prepares for potential Iran war escalation.
The main idea
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the West's return to unapologetic national power after 30 years of globalization.
