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U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo seeks bids for HVAC equipment purchase and installation
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo has announced the release of a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the purchase and installation of HVAC equipment.
U.S. offers up to $5 million reward for information on Haitian gang leader Jimmy Cherizier
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Department of State announced on August 12, 2025, that it is offering a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Haitian gang leader Jimmy Cherizier, also known as “Barbecue.” The announcement was...
Fulbright FLTA program opens applications for Lebanese Arabic instructors
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is now open for applications for its 2026 cycle.
U.S. raises travel advisory for Democratic Republic of the Congo amid rising violence
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel advisory for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), raising the alert to Level 3 and advising travelers to reconsider visiting due to crime and civil unrest.
U.S. congressional delegation visits PNG for talks on bilateral cooperation
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers visited Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, from August 10 to 12 to meet with government officials, business leaders, and civil society representatives.
U.S. Embassy Tirana issues emergency alert as wildfires prompt evacuations across Albania
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued an emergency message to American citizens in Albania as wildfires continue to affect multiple regions across the country.
U.S. Embassy in Colombia schedules federal benefits visits in four cities for late August
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Medellín, Bogotá, Cali, and Pereira from August 25 to 28, 2025, to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
Flight suspensions announced at Islamabad airport during Independence Day preparations
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
Temporary flight suspensions have been announced at Islamabad International Airport as the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) prepares for Independence Day celebrations.
U.S. Embassy in Tunis seeks suppliers for iPhones and accessories
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) for the purchase of 20 iPhone 14 devices, along with related accessories such as screen protectors, clear cases, and EU home chargers.
U.S. Embassy Tirana issues safety alert amid wildfires across Albania
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has issued a warning to American citizens regarding several wildfires occurring across Albania.
Karin M. Lang appointed deputy director at American Institute in Taiwan
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
Karin M. Lang has begun her tenure as Deputy Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), taking up the post in Taipei on August 8, 2025.
Ambassador Lamora highlights role of think tanks at Central Africa forum
By Globe Banner | Aug 12, 2025
At the 2025 Central Africa Think Tank Forum, U.S. Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora addressed an audience of policymakers, civil society leaders, and academics from across the region.
U.S. Embassy Stockholm names Viraj LeBailly acting chargé d’affaires
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
Viraj LeBailly is currently serving as Acting Chargé d’Affaires and Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm.
Verify your DS-160 barcode before attending your U.S. visa interview
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
Applicants for U.S. visas are being reminded to ensure that the barcode number on their DS-160 visa application matches the one in their appointment profile before attending an interview at the U.S. Embassy.
Sri Lankan poultry sector highlighted at U.S.-Sri Lanka soy trade mission seminar
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
At a seminar held in Colombo, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung highlighted the ongoing collaboration between Sri Lanka and the United States in the soy trade sector.
U.S. Mission launches WhatsApp channel for American citizens in Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
U.S. citizens living or traveling in Pakistan now have a new way to receive official consular alerts and updates.
G7 nations issue joint condemnation over Hong Kong’s overseas arrest warrants
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The governments of the United States, along with other members of the G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM)—Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the European Union—have issued a joint statement regarding recent actions by...
U.S. issues security alert for Jewish and Israeli sites in UAE
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Mission in the United Arab Emirates has issued a security alert following information about threats targeting Jewish and Israeli communities in the country.
U.S. supports progress on Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire at Kuala Lumpur meeting
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The United States has expressed support for the recent General Border Committee meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, which focused on reinforcing the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand.
U.S., Mexico pledge continued cooperation against violent criminal cartels
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The United States and Mexico have announced a renewed commitment to confront violent criminal cartels that operate across their shared border.