WASHINGTON, July 13 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the following transcript of remarks by the U.S. Secretary of State:
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
July 13, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend warm congratulations to the people of Montenegro as you celebrate Statehood Day.
The United States commends Montenegro's reaffirmed commitment to NATO as a trusted ally and partner in strengthening regional stability across the Western Balkans and beyond.
The United States and Montenegro share a deep and enduring bond grounded in peace, mutual prosperity, and collective security. We remain committed to strengthening this partnership and expanding the ties between our two nations in the years ahead....