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Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis to discuss Switzerland's role in supporting peace and security in Europe.
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Secretary Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Cooper discuss Gaza and Ukraine conflicts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to discuss ongoing international conflicts.
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U.S. reaffirms support for Israel on second anniversary of October 7 attacks

Today marks two years since the October 7 attacks, when Hamas killed over 1,200 people in Israel, including 46 Americans.
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Secretary Rubio meets Kuwaiti official to discuss security, economy, and Gaza conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Kuwaiti First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah to discuss the security and economic partnership between the United States and Kuwait.
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Secretary Marco Rubio outlines steps for Middle East peace negotiations

Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the ongoing Middle East peace negotiations in an interview with Kristen Welker on NBC's "Meet the Press."
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Secretary Marco Rubio discusses hostage negotiations and Venezuela drug boat strikes

Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed ongoing negotiations involving Hamas and the release of hostages in an interview with Gillian Turner on Fox News Sunday.
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Secretary Marco Rubio discusses hostage negotiations and Gaza's future governance

Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio discussed ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza during an interview with Margaret Brennan on CBS Face the Nation.
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Secretary Marco Rubio discusses progress on hostage negotiations with Hamas

Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the ongoing negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas during an interview with Martha Raddatz on ABC's "This Week."
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U.S. and South Korea launch business travel and visa working group

The first meeting of the U.S.-Republic of Korea Business Travel and Visa Working Group took place in Washington on September 30.
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U.S. extends Independence Day greetings to Tuvalu

On the occasion of Tuvalu's Independence Day, the United States extended its best wishes to the people of Tuvalu.
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UN reimposes sanctions on Iran over non-compliance with nuclear commitments

This evening at 8:00 p.m. EDT, the United Nations reinstated sanctions and other restrictions on Iran, acting under six UN Security Council Resolutions: 1696, 1737, 1747, 1803, 1835, and 1929.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Uzbek Foreign Minister Saidov at UN General Assembly

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov in New York during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets ROK Foreign Minister Cho at UN General Assembly

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in New York City during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Kyrgyz foreign minister at UN General Assembly

Deputy Secretary of State Landau met with Kyrgyz Republic Foreign Minister Kulubaev during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Uruguayan foreign minister to discuss trade and democracy

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Uruguayan Minister of Foreign Affairs Mario Lubetkin in New York during the 80th United Nations High Level Week.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets with Tajik foreign minister to discuss security and investment

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Tajikistan Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin on September 25 in New York during the United Nations General Assembly.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Salvadoran foreign minister at UN General Assembly

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Salvadoran Foreign Minister Alexandra Hill during the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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U.S. State Department releases 2025 investment climate statements for over 170 countries

The U.S. Department of State has released its annual Investment Climate Statements, which provide analysis of the investment environments in more than 170 countries and economies.
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United States congratulates China on its National Day anniversary

On the occasion of the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the United States has extended its congratulations to the people of China.
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United States supports new UN-led gang suppression force for Haiti

The United States has expressed support for the recent United Nations Security Council resolution that will transition the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti to a Gang Suppression Force (GSF).
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