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U.S. sanctions six targets over North Korean arms sales linked to Burma

The United States has imposed sanctions on six targets involved in generating revenue for North Korea, specifically focusing on the procurement of military materiel for Burma’s military regime.


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U.S. consular officers to provide services in Tonga from November 4 to 7, appointments required

U.S. consular officers will visit Tonga from November 4 to 7, 2025, to provide services for American citizens.


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U.S. Embassy introduces Visa Navigator tool for applicants in Germany

To assist individuals in Germany seeking information on applying for a U.S. visa or checking the status of an existing application, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates have introduced the Visa Navigator tool.


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U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of NFL game at Croke Park

The U.S. Embassy in Dublin has issued a security alert ahead of the National Football League (NFL) regular season game scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025.


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EU’s new entry/exit system to require biometrics from U.S. travelers beginning October 2025

The European Union will implement a new Entry/Exit System (EES) starting October 12, 2025.


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How Americans in Luxembourg can vote in upcoming U.S. elections

U.S. citizens living overseas, including those in Luxembourg, are being reminded of the steps required to participate in U.S. elections from abroad.


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U.S. Embassy in Georgia urges renewal of children's passports before travel

The U.S. Embassy in Georgia has reported that several children have been denied entry into Georgia because their passport photos were taken when they were infants, making it difficult for immigration authorities to confirm their identities. U.S....


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U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of planned demonstrations in Mogadishu

Political opposition parties in Mogadishu have announced plans for demonstrations on Saturday, September 27, 2025, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., in response to recent reports of land evictions.


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U.S. Embassy Nassau issues weather alert for Bahamas amid developing tropical system

A tropical wave is currently affecting the Central Caribbean Sea and the Turks and Caicos Islands, with disorganized showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds reported across these areas.


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U.S., Nigerian partners discuss new approaches at Lagos agricultural trade roundtable

The U.S. Mission’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) office in Lagos, in partnership with the Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce’s Kaduna Chapter and the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), held a roundtable discussion on agricultural trade...


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U.S. supports upgrade of border security system at Ivato International Airport

U.S. Ambassador Claire A. Pierangelo and National Police Director General Dany Marius Rakotozanany held a ceremony at Ivato International Airport to mark the official reception of Madagascar’s updated Personal Identification Secure Comparison and...


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U.S. Embassy urges caution ahead of Malawian election result announcement

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has issued a security alert advising U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution as the Malawi Electoral Commission is scheduled to announce the results of the September 16 presidential election at 2:00 p.m. on September...


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Secretary Rubio and President Vucic discuss US-Serbia relations at UN General Assembly

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.


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U.S. Embassy urges caution as Malawi election results announcement approaches

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has advised American citizens to exercise increased caution following the announcement that the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) will release the results of the September 16 presidential election at 2:00 p.m. on...


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U.S. Consulate issues hurricane warning for Azores as Gabrielle approaches

Residents and travelers in the Azores, Portugal, are being advised to prepare for Hurricane Gabrielle as the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a Hurricane Warning for all Azorean Islands.


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U.S., Mongolian governments transfer automated water kiosks to support clean water access

The governments of the United States and Mongolia have officially transferred 180 automated water kiosks to the Ulaanbaatar Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (USUG).


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Nigeria–U.S. defense health partnership marks two decades advancing HIV care and lab capacity

Senior officials from Nigeria and the United States convened in Abuja to celebrate 20 years of partnership between the Nigeria Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Programme (NMODHIP) and the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR).


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U.S. government marks completion of Senegal Road Safety Initiative

The United States Government and Senegal have marked the conclusion of the Senegal Road Safety Initiative, a program aimed at improving road safety and fostering trust between citizens and law enforcement.


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U.S. Embassy in Malawi announces generator auction set for October

The U.S. Embassy in Malawi has announced an open auction of generators to be held on October 4, 2025.


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Secretary Rubio urges UN Security Council action for peaceful resolution in Ukraine

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the United Nations Security Council in New York on September 23, 2025, focusing on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.