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Rubio says American academic is wrongfully detained in China

Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM ET
Summary: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said U.S. citizen Min Zin is being wrongfully detained in China after he was arrested there. Rubio announced the claim as part of the U.S. position on Zin’s detention.
WHO: Secretary of State Marco Rubio
WHAT: Rubio announced that Min Zin is being wrongfully detained in China following his arrest.
WHEN: Aug 20, 2026
WHERE: China
WHY: Rubio was responding to Min Zin’s arrest and detention in China, which the U.S. says is wrongful.
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