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On January 24, 2025, U.S. Ambassador to Laos Heather Variava met with the new Foreign Minister of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR), Thongsavanh Phomvihane.

Fulbright program opens applications for Lebanese students seeking study opportunities in U.S

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has announced the opening of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for the academic year 2026-2027.

Secretary Rubio discusses Ukraine conflict with Transatlantic Quint

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with foreign ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, as well as the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs.

UN adopts resolution on DRC conflict; US imposes sanctions

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution addressing the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

USS Paul Ignatius visits Malta for four-day engagement

The USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer of the United States Navy, arrived at Malta's Grand Harbor on February 21 for a four-day visit.

Building Bridges event supports Dutch firms entering US market

The Building Bridges to the USA event took place on February 20, 2025, at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven.

Security incident reported near U.S. Embassy in Berlin

There is an ongoing security incident at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, located near the U.S. Embassy on Behrenstrasse in Berlin, Germany.

U.S. embassy honors return of possible remains of servicemembers

On February 19, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Vientiane conducted a remembrance ceremony to honor possible remains of missing U.S. servicemembers recovered earlier this year.

U.S. State Department designates multiple international cartels as terrorist organizations

The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of several international cartels and transnational organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).

Protests expected across Slovakia as citizens commemorate murder anniversary

U.S. citizens in Slovakia are advised to be cautious as tens of thousands are expected to participate in nationwide demonstrations on February 20 and 21.

U.S. Embassy seeks bids for Make Ready work in Singapore

The U.S. Embassy has announced a solicitation for Make Ready work at a U.S. Government-owned residence in Singapore.

U.S. supports Philippines against China's naval actions near Scarborough Reef

The United States has expressed its support for the Philippines following a recent incident involving the Chinese People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN).

Rubio meets UAE president to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in discussions with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi.

U.S. Department of State updates traveler enrollment program

The U.S. Department of State has launched an updated version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), a free service designed to keep U.S. citizens informed while traveling or living abroad.

U.S. calls out Kremlin-backed actors undermining Central African Republic's stability

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US sanctions Rwandan officials linked to Congo violence

The United States has announced sanctions against two individuals and two entities connected to violence and human rights abuses in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Troika addresses slow implementation of South Sudan peace commitments at RJMEC meeting

Michael J. Adler, U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan, delivered a statement on behalf of the Troika—comprising the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway—during a meeting of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC)...

U.S. discusses peaceful dispute resolution at UN Charter Committee

The United States has expressed its views on the peaceful settlement of disputes, highlighting the importance of procedures outlined in the UN Charter and other international instruments.

U.S. supports Philippines after Chinese military action near Scarborough Reef