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USS Carney visits Alexandria for first time since 2009
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
U.S. Navy ships USS Carney and USNS Carson City have arrived at the Port of Alexandria, marking the first visit by a U.S. Navy ship to this port since 2009.
Mike Pompeo's career spans military service to high-level government roles
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Mike Pompeo was sworn in as Secretary of State on April 26, 2018.
U.S. Embassy denounces terrorist attack on church in Helwan
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The United States Embassy has issued a statement condemning a terrorist attack that took place on a church in Helwan, located south of Cairo.
Trump nominates Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Press Secretary Sarah Sanders has announced President Donald J. Trump's nomination of Mike Pompeo, the current Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), to serve as the new Secretary of State.
US grants aid ERC for recovery after al-Rawda mosque attack
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger participated in a grant signing ceremony with the Egyptian Red Crescent (ERC), announcing a significant financial contribution from the US Agency for International Development.
US assesses Syrian regime's chemical weapon use in Duma
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The United States has confidently assessed that the Syrian regime employed chemical weapons in Duma, a suburb of Damascus, on April 7, 2018.
SelectUSA Investment Summit invites Japanese firms for U.S. business opportunities
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tokyo is urging Japanese companies interested in establishing a presence in the United States to participate in the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit.
U.S. delegation discusses security challenges during Egypt visit
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce and Subcommittee Chairman Paul Cook have visited Egypt to discuss the ongoing U.S.-Egyptian partnership and security challenges.
USAID launches new family planning program with Egyptian Ministry
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Cairo – In response to a request from the Egyptian government, USAID and the Ministry of Health and Population have initiated a family planning program aimed at addressing Egypt's rapid population growth.
Virtual exchange program emphasizes leadership in STEM
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The Experiment Digital, part of the J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Program, is set to take place from June 23 to August 3, 2025.
Tillerson discusses US-Egypt relations during Cairo visit
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Rex W. Tillerson, the U.S. Secretary of State, expressed optimism about the long-standing relationship between the United States and Egypt during his visit to Cairo on February 12, 2018.
U.S. provides EGP 2.2 million aid for Al Rawda mosque attack survivors
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The United States has committed EGP 2.2 million to support survivors of the November 24 terrorist attack on a mosque in Al Rawda village, Egypt.
Trump discusses partnership with Egyptian president
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
President Donald J. Trump engaged in a conversation with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt.
U.S. donates lab supplies to boost Cameroon's disease detection capabilities
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
On January 16, 2025, a ceremony was held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, where the U.S. Ambassador to Cameroon, Christopher J. Lamora, officially handed over laboratory supplies procured by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
US strengthens Cameroon’s public health with lab supply donation
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The United States continues to support Cameroon's public health efforts through a recent donation of laboratory supplies.
USAID partners with Egypt's ministry on renewable energy education
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
A new curriculum focusing on renewable energy has been introduced by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in collaboration with Egypt's Ministry of Education.
Secretary Pompeo extends Ramadan greetings emphasizing unity and community
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
On January 16, 2025, Secretary Pompeo issued a statement on behalf of the United States Department of State to extend best wishes to Muslims worldwide for Ramadan.
Biden expands defense article access for Cyprus amid growing bilateral cooperation
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
On January 15, 2025, President Biden issued a Presidential Determination that makes the Republic of Cyprus eligible to receive defense equipment, supplies, and services.
U.S. Embassy hosts Earth Day event focusing on ending plastic pollution
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo marked Earth Day 2018 on April 22 by hosting an event at the American Center at the Maadi Public Library.
State Department lists new terrorist designations targeting global ISIS affiliates
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of three ISIS-affiliated groups—ISIS-West Africa, ISIS-Philippines, and ISIS-Bangladesh—as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) under Executive Order 13224 and as Foreign...