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Recent News About U.S. Department of State
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U.S. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau met with Belize's Prime Minister John Briceño in Washington on April 17. They discussed cooperation against narcotics trafficking, illegal migration, energy opportunities, and regional challenges.
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U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met Mauritian Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful on April 17. The talks focused on strengthening trade ties and discussing regional security concerns related to Diego Garcia.
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Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau met with President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea in Washington. The leaders discussed expanding commercial ties and enhancing security cooperation.
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Secretary Marco Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper about restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz after an Iran ceasefire. Their conversation focused on ensuring commercial vessels and energy supplies can move safely through this key waterway.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters ahead of his meeting with New Zealand's foreign minister. He discussed global impacts from Iran's actions and responded to recent statements by Cuba's president.
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The United States congratulated To Lam on becoming President of Vietnam and Le Minh Hung as Prime Minister. Officials highlighted decades of growing partnership between the two nations. They expressed hope for continued cooperation under the new Vietnamese leadership.
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The United States has signed a new bilateral health cooperation agreement with Tajikistan under its America First Global Health Strategy. The deal aims to strengthen disease prevention efforts while enhancing diplomatic ties between both countries.
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped near Baghdad by Kata’ib Hizballah members. The U.S. Department of State thanked both domestic agencies and Iraqi partners for their help in securing her freedom.
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The United States has nominated Luke J. Lindberg as its candidate for Executive Director of the UN World Food Program. Lindberg is currently an Under Secretary at USDA with experience managing major food aid programs.
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The United States and Philippines have formalized an agreement focused on strengthening public health systems and combating infectious diseases like HIV and tuberculosis. This initiative follows ongoing U.S.-Philippine collaboration under broader global strategies.
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The United States has sent greetings to Thailand for Songkran and Thai New Year 2026. The statement includes congratulations to Thailand's new government and emphasizes ongoing cooperation between both countries.
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The United States has sent greetings to Burma during its Thingyan festival and New Year celebration. The message highlighted support amid ongoing conflict in Burma and praised citizens' resilience.
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The United States has sent greetings to Cambodia on Khmer New Year. The message emphasizes strong ties between both countries and expresses hopes for peace and prosperity in the coming year.
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The U.S. Secretary of State has sent greetings for Pi Mai Lao—the Lao New Year—highlighting cultural ties between Laos and America. The message emphasizes partnership efforts in prosperity, health, and opportunity.
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U.S. Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur met with Deputy Minister Meder Abakirov for annual bilateral consultations in Washington. The talks focused on strengthening political, economic, and security ties between the United States and Kyrgyzstan.
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The Trump Administration announced new sanctions targeting Cártel del Noreste operatives involved in money laundering, drug trafficking, and human smuggling along key border areas including Nuevo Laredo. Officials say these steps aim to disrupt criminal operations threatening both U.S. security and regional stability.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Apr. 14. Their discussion covered peace efforts in the Middle East, including Iran, Sudan, Hamas disarmament, and economic cooperation.
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The U.S. Department of State hosted a trilateral meeting with representatives from Israel and Lebanon on April 14. Officials discussed launching direct negotiations—the first such engagement since 1993—and addressed key security concerns facing both nations.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen during a U.S. visit by Dutch royalty. Their talks centered on Iran and emphasized continued close cooperation between the two countries.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen on April 13. The leaders discussed defense priorities, ending the war in Ukraine, Middle East security, and economic cooperation.