News from 2018


U.S. condemns attack on tourist bus in Giza

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

President Trump issued an Executive Order that closed the Federal Government on December 24, 2018.


U.S. Embassy consular services continue despite funding lapse

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The results of the 2018 My America Summer Work Travel Photo Contest have been announced.