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Rubio’s Cross Explained!

What does the cross on US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s forehead mean?

Rubio’s Cross Explained! / TRT World

March 10, 2025

On March 6, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio appeared on TV with an ash cross on his forehead, sparking curiosity. Here's what that cross symbolises.

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