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U.S. Embassy advises Americans on travel precautions during COP30 climate conference
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
U.S. citizens planning to travel to Belém, Brazil, for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) are being advised by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil to prepare for logistical challenges.
U.S. Embassy in Marshall Islands announces joint U.S. and RMI holiday closures for 2025
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in the Marshall Islands has released its holiday calendar for 2025, listing the dates when the embassy will observe both United States and Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) public holidays.
U.S. Embassy updates travel advisory for Ecuador with new terrorism warning
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Ecuador has issued an updated travel advisory for U.S. citizens on October 14, 2025, maintaining the country at Level 2—meaning travelers should exercise increased caution.
U.S. Embassy in Malawi issues security alert over risks at transportation hubs
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
On October 14, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Malawi issued a security alert for U.S. citizens throughout the country.
U.S. Embassy announces consular outreach event in Eastern Highlands Province
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby has announced it will hold a consular outreach event in Lapilo, Eastern Highlands Province, on November 25, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Praia seeks mechanical engineer; applications due by October 28
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of Mechanical Engineer at the FSN-11 level.
Leah Francis Campos confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Dominican Republic
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
Leah Francis Campos has been confirmed as the U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, following her nomination by President Donald J. Trump and approval by the United States Senate on October 7, 2025.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans in Iceland to stay alert around October 7 anniversary
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
U.S. citizens in Iceland have been advised to exercise increased caution due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.
European Union launches new entry/exit system affecting US travelers to Portugal
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The European Union has introduced a new Entry/Exit System (EES) that will affect most foreign visitors, including U.S. citizens traveling to Portugal.
U.S. State Department clarifies rules on allowable uses of B-1 business visitor visas
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has released updated information outlining the allowable uses for B-1 business visitor visas, clarifying the activities permitted under this visa category.
U.S. Embassy advises Americans in Pakistan amid ongoing protests
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar have reported ongoing protest activity across Pakistan as of October 13, 2025.
U.S. Embassy monitors rising violence as Ecuador launches major security crackdown
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2025
Violence in Ecuador has increased, with the U.S. Mission in Ecuador reporting a rise in criminal activity and security operations by local authorities.
U.S. congratulates Equatorial Guinea on its national day
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2025
The United States has extended congratulations to Equatorial Guinea on the occasion of its 57th anniversary of independence, which is celebrated on October 12.
U.S. Consulate General warns Americans of major protest in Amsterdam on October 5
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2025
A large protest is expected to take place in Amsterdam on October 5, organized by civil society groups in response to the Dutch government’s actions regarding events in Gaza.
U.S. congratulates Equatorial Guinea on 57th independence anniversary
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2025
The United States has extended congratulations to Equatorial Guinea on the occasion of its 57th anniversary of independence, which is celebrated on October 12.
U.S. Secretary of State congratulates Uganda on independence anniversary
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2025
On October 11, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement congratulating Uganda on its 63rd anniversary of independence, which was celebrated on October 9.
U.S. Embassy Sarajevo issues notice on EU entry/exit system rollout for travelers
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo has issued a notice regarding the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which will begin implementation on October 12, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Belgrade issues alert ahead of student demonstration on October 11
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
On October 11, a student demonstration is scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. in front of the Faculty of Law in Belgrade.
European Union introduces new biometric entry/exit system for U.S. travelers
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The European Union will introduce the Entry/Exit System (EES) for foreign travelers, including U.S. citizens, beginning October 12, 2025.
U.S. Embassy issues safety advisory amid planned protests across Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar are monitoring planned protest activity throughout Pakistan on October 10, 2025.