News from 2018
U.S. condemns attack on tourist bus in Giza
By Globe Banner | Dec 29, 2018
The United States has issued a strong condemnation of the recent attack on a tourist bus in Giza.
U.S. Embassy in Cairo announces Christmas closures for December 2018
By Globe Banner | Dec 23, 2018
President Trump issued an Executive Order that closed the Federal Government on December 24, 2018.
U.S. Embassy consular services continue despite funding lapse
By Globe Banner | Dec 22, 2018
Due to a lapse in Congressional appropriations, regular updates on this account will be paused.
U.S. government begins partial shutdown due to budget lapse
By Globe Banner | Dec 22, 2018
The U.S. government has begun a partial shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations.
Ambassador Mosbacher hosts pre-screening of “Green Book” at Warsaw’s Muranów Cinema
By Globe Banner | Dec 21, 2018
On December 18, a pre-screening of the film "Green Book" was hosted by Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher at Warsaw's Muranów Cinema.
US imposes new sanctions on Russian entities linked to election interference
By Globe Banner | Dec 20, 2018
The United States has taken a joint action against Russia due to its ongoing violations of international norms.
Sullivan's diplomatic tour targets strengthening ties across Eastern Europe
By Globe Banner | Dec 18, 2018
Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan is set to embark on a diplomatic tour from December 12-20, visiting Bratislava, Vienna, Sofia, Sarajevo, Skopje, and Warsaw.
US supports EU stance on Russian accountability over Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Dec 17, 2018
The United States has expressed approval for recent measures taken by the European Union and its member states to address Russia's actions against Ukraine.
GLOBE Program hosts teacher workshop on air pollution education
By Globe Banner | Dec 14, 2018
Dr. Rich Baldauf from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Izabela Misiewicz from the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw led a workshop for teachers involved in the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Program in...
Students test US knowledge at Krakow trivia event
By Globe Banner | Dec 14, 2018
More than 80 students from Krakow and nearby areas participated in two trivia contests to showcase their knowledge of the United States.
USAID supports sustainable tourism initiatives in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2018
Marsa Alam – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has concluded a project aimed at promoting sustainable tourism in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate.
US diplomat highlights cultural ties at Cairo event
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2018
For Eden and me, one of the unexpected pleasures of living in Cairo has been the opportunity to immerse ourselves in a thriving cultural environment.
Embassy supports women's empowerment at Vital Voices Poland Christmas breakfast
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2018
On December 12, representatives from the Public Affairs Section and Economic Section of the Embassy attended the Vital Voices Poland Christmas Breakfast.
US Embassy Cairo backs Egyptian entrepreneurship through various initiatives
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2018
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Egyptian entrepreneurs throughout the year, as expressed by Thomas Goldberger, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Cairo.
U.S. expresses solidarity with France after Strasbourg attack
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2018
The United States has expressed its solidarity with France following a recent terror attack in Strasbourg.
City game celebrates centennial of U.S.-Polish relations with scavenger hunt
By Globe Banner | Dec 12, 2018
The U.S. Consulate General in Krakow organized an event on December 8th to celebrate a century of U.S.-Polish relations.
Pompeo underscores U.S. commitment on International Human Rights Day
By Globe Banner | Dec 11, 2018
Seventy years ago, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
U.S.-Russia dispute over INF treaty violations remains unresolved
By Globe Banner | Dec 10, 2018
The United States has been voicing its concerns about Russia's development of a ground-launched cruise missile, known by NATO as the SSC-8 and by Russia as the 9M729, since 2013.
Kirstjen Nielsen travels to Cairo for talks on transnational threats
By Globe Banner | Dec 10, 2018
Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen is set to visit Cairo, Egypt, as part of her ongoing discussions with international leaders.
My America photo contest reveals winners from summer work travel program
By Globe Banner | Dec 7, 2018
The results of the 2018 My America Summer Work Travel Photo Contest have been announced.