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U.S., Egypt lead multinational exercise Bright Star focusing on regional security
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
U.S. military forces will participate in Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018 alongside the Egyptian Armed Forces and other nations at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, Egypt, from September 8 to 20, 2018.
U.S.-Egypt workshop enhances efforts against illegal antiquities trade
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo recently completed a workshop focused on the protection of cultural property and the investigation of illegally exported antiquities.
U.S Treasury sanctions Iranians over missile support to Yemen’s Huthis
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned five Iranian individuals for providing ballistic missile-related technical expertise to Yemen's Huthis.
Biden discusses ceasefire negotiations with Egyptian president
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Biden and President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt held a discussion today focusing on negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.
U.S. condemns violence by Georgian Dream party against citizens
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States has issued a statement condemning the violence perpetrated by the Georgian Dream party against various groups in Georgia.
US commits $45 million for bilateral assistance in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Egypt and the United States have signed amendments to five bilateral assistance agreements, amounting to $45 million.
FBI seeks help locating two missing children from Virginia
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The FBI Norfolk Field Office, in collaboration with the James City County Police Department and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, is seeking public assistance to locate Amina Kandil and Belel Kandil.
Libya's National Oil Corporation resumes operations amid international support
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The governments of the United States, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom have jointly issued a statement welcoming the resumption of operations by Libya's National Oil Corporation.
U.S. Embassy partners with El Gouna Film Festival for second year
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has announced a partnership between the American Film Showcase (AFS) and the El Gouna Film Festival for its second edition.
Pompeo discusses regional security with Egyptian Foreign Minister
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in Washington to discuss various aspects of the U.S.-Egypt partnership.
Egyptian musician Dina El Wedidi announces US tour dates
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Dina El Wedidi, a prominent Egyptian musician, is set to tour the United States with her band from September 15 to October 19.
Biden administration takes steps to support Cuban people
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The Biden-Harris Administration has taken significant steps to support the Cuban people, focusing on empowering them to determine their future and promoting human rights.
U.S. Embassy opens applications for 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program.
U.S. Embassy seeks educators for international writing program
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy is seeking educators with a multicultural and inclusive approach to work as chaperones for young writers in the 2025 International Writing Program (IWP) Between the Lines (BTL): Peace and the Writing Experience program.
US reimposes nuclear-related sanctions on Iran following withdrawal from JCPOA
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States has announced the reimposition of nuclear-related sanctions on Iran, reversing measures lifted under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) established on July 14, 2015.
USAID launches career centers at Minya and Beni Suef universities
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the American University in Cairo (AUC), has launched career development centers at universities in Minya and Beni Suef.
U.S. Embassy offers grants for V/E Day anniversary events in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bratislava has announced a funding opportunity to support programs commemorating the 80th anniversary of V/E Day, which marks the end of World War II.
Funding opportunity announced for women's empowerment programs in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section has announced a funding opportunity to support women's social and economic empowerment in Slovakia.
U.S. Embassy announces funding opportunity for cultural projects in Slovakia
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bratislava has announced a funding opportunity aimed at supporting programs that promote American culture in Slovakia.
UK introduces new entry requirements for US travelers starting January 2025
By Globe Banner | Jan 14, 2025
Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom for short visits, tourism, or business will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) if they do not have a UK visa or legal residency in the UK or the Republic of Ireland.