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News from February 2019


U.S. urges Russia to identify organizers behind Boris Nemtsov's assassination

Four years have passed since the assassination of Boris Nemtsov, a former Russian Deputy Prime Minister and prominent figure in Russia's democratic movement.


U.S. Department highlights efforts against global wildlife crime on World Wildlife Day

The United Nations has designated March 3 as World Wildlife Day to promote awareness of the planet's wild animals and plants.


U.S. Embassy supports fifth annual Maker Faire Cairo in Giza

In collaboration with San3a Tech/FabLab Egypt, the U.S. Embassy is supporting the fifth annual Maker Faire Cairo, scheduled for Saturday, March 2, at the Smart Village in Giza.


Ambassador Mosbacher meets with Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission board members

On February 26, Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher hosted a breakfast for the Executive Director and ten members of the Board of Directors of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission.


USAID invests $90 million in partnerships between Egyptian and US universities

Three Egyptian universities are set to collaborate with American counterparts to establish Centers of Excellence in energy, water, and agriculture.


Global Entrepreneurship Summit invites applications from Egyptian entrepreneurs

Egyptian entrepreneurs are being invited to apply for the 2019 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), an event that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovative thinkers.


Poland to acquire HIMARS system from US to enhance military cooperation

Poland has decided to proceed with the acquisition of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) from the United States.


US Embassy honors oldest living Warsaw Uprising veteran with Congressional flag

On February 15, the U.S. Embassy paid tribute to Colonel Kazimierz Klimczak, a veteran of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, by presenting him with a Congressional flag that had flown over the US Capitol.


U.S. Embassy condemns terror attack in Cairo

The United States Embassy in Cairo has issued a statement condemning the recent terrorist attack that occurred in the city.


U.S.-Poland conference addresses Middle East peace efforts

Foreign Ministers and representatives from 62 countries gathered in Warsaw, Poland on February 13-14, 2019.


Fulbright launches ambassador program for its 60th anniversary in Poland

Cultural Attaché Dan Hastings met with nine distinguished alumni of the Fulbright Program in Poland on February 12.


Foreign ministers discuss Yemen conflict resolution at Warsaw meeting

The Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened in Warsaw on February 13 to discuss the ongoing conflict in Yemen.


U.S. congratulates Egypt on taking African Union presidency

The United States has extended its congratulations to Egypt as it begins its presidency of the African Union.


U.S. Embassy Cairo announces fifth annual job fair offering thousands of vacancies

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has announced its annual job fair, "Sha3’lna," scheduled for Saturday, February 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Pyramisa Hotel in Giza.


International ministers emphasize diplomacy for resolving Syrian conflict

The Foreign Ministers and representatives from Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened in Washington to discuss ongoing efforts to resolve the Syrian conflict.


Pompeo outlines goals at global anti-ISIS meeting

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addressed the Meeting of Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, held at the Loy Henderson Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In his remarks, he emphasized the coalition's progress and outlined four main...


Ministers emphasize diplomacy over military action in resolving Syrian conflict

Foreign ministers and representatives from Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States gathered in Washington to discuss a political resolution for the Syrian conflict.


European countries recognize Juan Guaido as interim president of Venezuela

Several European countries have joined the United States in recognizing Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela.


Atlantic Resolve ceremony set for February 12 in Zagan

The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, is set to transfer authority to the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division.


U.S.-Poland cooperation continues as visa refusal rates decline

On February 4, 2019, the U.S. Department of State announced the fiscal year 2018 worldwide B visa refusal rates for individual countries.