News from October 2017


USAID supports entrepreneurial competition in Minya with over 100 participants

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is co-sponsoring a "Startup Weekend" event in Minya, Egypt, from October 26 to 28.


U.S. provides $40 million in emergency aid for Rakhine State crisis

The United States government has announced the provision of nearly $40 million in emergency assistance in response to the crisis in Rakhine State, Burma.


U.S. condemns attack on Egyptian security forces near Bahariya Oasis

The United States has issued a strong condemnation of the recent terrorist attack on Egyptian security forces near the Bahariya Oasis.


US Embassy condemns attack on Egyptian police as 'inhumane crime

The United States Embassy has condemned the recent attack on Egyptian police and security personnel, describing it as an "inhumane crime."


Raqqa liberation marks critical milestone in fight against ISIS

The United States has expressed congratulations to the Syrian people and the Syrian Democratic Forces, including the Syrian Arab Coalition, on their success in liberating Raqqa from ISIS control.


U.S. outlines conditions for Hamas involvement in Palestinian government

All parties involved agree on the necessity for the Palestinian Authority to take on full, genuine, and unhindered civil and security responsibilities in Gaza.


U.S. Embassy condemns attacks on Egyptian security forces

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has expressed strong condemnation of the recent terrorist attacks targeting security forces, police, and civilians, including Christian Egyptians, in the Sinai Peninsula and other regions of Egypt.


U.S offers millions for information on key Hizballah leaders

The U.S. Department of State's Rewards for Justice Program has announced financial incentives for information leading to the location, arrest, or conviction of two senior leaders of Hizballah, a Lebanon-based terrorist organization.


U.S. revokes economic sanctions on Sudan following positive government actions

The United States has announced the revocation of economic sanctions on Sudan, recognizing the country's sustained positive actions in maintaining a cessation of hostilities, improving humanitarian access, and cooperating with the U.S. on regional...