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U.S. Embassy warns of potential unrest in Mozambique on National Heroes Day

Small, localized protests are ongoing in Mozambique and may intensify as people return home on February 3, which is Mozambican National Heroes Day.


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Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

Today, President Donald J. Trump officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.


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US opposes UN tax cooperation framework citing overreach

The United States has expressed its firm opposition to the goals of a proposed UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation.


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U.S. issues safety alert for Carnival attendees in Brazil

As the 2025 Carnival season begins, U.S. citizens in Brazil are urged to exercise caution while participating in festivities.


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U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg offers grants for bilateral cooperation programs

The U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg's Public Diplomacy Section is managing a grants program under the U.S. Department of State.


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President proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

Today, the President of the United States recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.


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Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

Today, the President of the United States issued a proclamation recognizing February 2025 as National Black History Month.


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U.S. issues alert amid ongoing earthquakes near Greek islands

The U.S. Mission in Greece has issued an alert to American citizens regarding ongoing seismic activity near the Greek islands of Amorgos, Santorini (Thira), Anafi, and Ios.


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US Embassy seeks health insurance provider for local staff

The United States Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to provide health insurance services for its Locally Employed Staff (LES) and their eligible family members.


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U.S. Embassy reduces staff in Kinshasa amid security concerns

The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), is further reducing its staff due to the current security situation.


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Nigeria braces for nationwide protests over telecom tariff hikes

The Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) has announced plans for nationwide protests on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.


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U.S. Visa Services announces temporary suspension ahead of new system launch

The U.S. Visa Services will undergo a significant transition to a new system starting February 8, 2025.


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Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

Today marks the recognition of February 2025 as National Black History Month.


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Marco Rubio becomes highest-ranking Hispanic American official as Secretary of State

Marco Rubio, a seasoned politician from Florida, has been confirmed as the United States Secretary of State.


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Trump administration outlines priorities for second term's foreign policy

Serving as the United States' 72nd Secretary of State, a senior official has outlined the core mission for the second Trump administration's Department of State.


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Rubio discusses canal concerns with Panamanian president

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino and Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha in Panama City.


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Shannon Dolan leads U.S.-Saudi technical cooperation program

Dr. Shannon Dolan currently serves as the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission for the U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia.


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Myanmar crisis continues four years after military coup

Today marks four years since the military coup in Myanmar, which has led to significant unrest and humanitarian crises in the region.


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Marco Rubio meets U.S. Embassy staff in Panama City

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently attended a meet and greet with employees and families at the U.S. Embassy in Panama City.


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President Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

Today, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation recognizing February 2025 as National Black History Month.