U.S. Embassy in Egypt
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Egypt
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Pompeo emphasizes commitment to press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reaffirmed the United States' dedication to upholding a free press.
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U.S. designates four entities as global terrorists under Executive Order
The United States Department of State has officially designated Ismail Haniyeh, Harakat al-Sabireen, Liwa al-Thawra, and Harakat Sawa’d Misr (HASM) as Specially Designated Global Terrorists under Executive Order 13224.
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US calls out Russia over alleged chemical attack in Douma
The United States is closely monitoring reports of an alleged chemical weapons attack on a hospital in Douma, Syria, that occurred on April 7.
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US, Saudi Arabia, UAE discuss counter-Iran strategy
The National Security Advisors from the United States, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates convened at the White House on March 23.
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Mike Pence plans Middle East trip focused on security issues
Vice President Mike Pence is set to visit the Middle East this month, representing President Donald Trump.
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U.S. expresses commitment to partnership with Egypt post-election
Following the re-election of President Abdelfattah al-Sisi, the United States has expressed its intention to continue working with Egypt.
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U.S. Embassy brings "Shaghlna" job fair to Luxor for first time
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is expanding its employment initiative, "Shaghlna," by hosting the job fair in Luxor for the first time.
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State Department releases 2017 report on global human rights practices
The United States Department of State has released the 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, marking the 42nd annual publication of these reports.
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U.S., Egypt discuss strategic cooperation against terrorism
Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, Robert Karem, and Air Marshal Younis al Masri, Chief of the Egyptian Air Force, co-hosted the Military Cooperation Committee (MCC) meeting in Cairo on January 8-9.
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Secretary Tillerson visits five cities for key diplomatic engagements
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is set to embark on a diplomatic tour from February 11 to 16, visiting Amman, Ankara, Beirut, Cairo, and Kuwait City.
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Trump expresses condolences to Egypt after Helwan attack
President Donald J. Trump held a conversation with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt, expressing condolences following an attack on worshippers and security forces in Helwan, a city south of Cairo.
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U.S. Embassy condemns attacks on soldiers in Bir al-Abd
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has expressed strong condemnation of the recent attacks in Bir al-Abd, which resulted in the deaths of several soldiers.
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Mars expands production capacity as US-Egyptian economic ties strengthen
Chargé d’Affaires Thomas H. Goldberger recently addressed an audience at the Mars Wrigley Confectionary Production Expansion Ceremony in Egypt.
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Tillerson discusses terrorism and strategic ties with Egyptian president
Secretary Tillerson recently held a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fatteh al-Sisi in Cairo.
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Tillerson discusses diplomacy challenges and US foreign policy direction
Rex Tillerson, the former CEO of ExxonMobil and current U.S. Secretary of State, recently participated in a rare interview with Margaret Brennan of CBS's "60 Minutes."
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U.S. supports UK's stance on Salisbury nerve agent attack
The United Nations Security Council and the Executive Council of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) convened to discuss findings related to a chemical attack in Salisbury, UK.
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Greenblatt and Egyptian intelligence chief discuss US-Egypt cooperation
Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt held a meeting on May 10 with General Abbas Kamal, Chief of the Egyptian Intelligence Service.
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USAID concludes joint health education project in Egypt
Thousands of Egyptians are experiencing improved health outcomes due to a collaborative project between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Egypt's Ministry of Health and Population.
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U.S. Embassy condemns bomb attack on Alexandria security officers
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the recent bomb attack targeting security officers in Alexandria.
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Mars expands production facility in Egypt amid strengthened US-Egypt ties
Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger and Minister of Trade and Industry Tarek Qabil recently welcomed Martin Radvan, President of Mars Wrigley Confectionery Company, to Egypt.