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Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss ongoing efforts related to President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Conflict in Gaza.
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U.S. withholds counternarcotics certification for Colombia and imposes sanctions on top officials

The United States has decided not to certify Colombia’s efforts in countering narcotics, citing concerns over the policies of President Gustavo Petro.
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Secretary Rubio meets Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem amid ongoing diplomatic efforts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, continuing a series of high-level diplomatic engagements following recent developments in the region.
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Secretary Rubio and Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó discuss energy and European security cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó to address shared strategic priorities between the United States and Hungary.
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U.S. and South Korea discuss business travel and visa cooperation in virtual meeting

The U.S.-Republic of Korea (ROK) Business Travel and Visa Working Group held its second meeting virtually on October 21.
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Secretary Rubio and Swedish Foreign Minister discuss efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Stenergard on October 22, 2025.
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United States congratulates Takaichi Sanae on election as Japan’s prime minister

The United States has extended its congratulations to Takaichi Sanae on her election as Prime Minister of Japan.
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Countries release joint statement on North Korea cyber activities and sanctions evasion

The governments of the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom have released a joint statement on the latest report from the Multilateral...
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Secretary Rubio to visit Israel, Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea for diplomatic talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to visit Israel from October 22 to 25.
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Officials from Congo, Rwanda, and partners meet in Washington to advance peace agreement

Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the Republic of Rwanda, the United States, the State of Qatar, and the African Union Commission met in Washington, D.C. on October 21-22, 2025, for the third session of the Joint...
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Nine countries congratulate Rodrigo Paz Pereira on Bolivian presidential election

The governments of Argentina, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Panama, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United States have released a joint statement congratulating Rodrigo Paz Pereira on his election as President of...
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Secretary Rubio discusses oil exports and security with Iraqi Prime Minister al-Sudani

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani to discuss several ongoing matters between the United States and Iraq.
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U.S. Department of State extends Diwali greetings to global communities

On October 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of State extended greetings to communities in the United States and globally in recognition of Diwali, the festival of lights.
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U.S. congratulates Niue on 51st anniversary of self-governance

The United States has extended congratulations to the people of Niue on the occasion of the 51st anniversary of Niue's self-governance.
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United States welcomes efforts to ease border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia

The United States has acknowledged Malaysia's role in hosting a meeting between Thailand and Cambodia on October 17, where both countries reiterated their commitment to easing tensions along their shared border.
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Senior Official Lewin urges G7 partners to prioritize targeted development and private investment

Senior Official Jeremy Lewin, who oversees foreign assistance, humanitarian affairs, and religious freedom, participated in the G7 Development Minister’s Meeting in Washington.
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United States warns of potential Hamas ceasefire violation in Gaza

The United States has notified the guarantor countries of the Gaza peace agreement about credible information regarding a possible imminent ceasefire violation by Hamas targeting Gaza residents.
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Secretary Rubio and Liberian foreign minister discuss economic ties and migration

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti in Washington, D.C. on October 16 to discuss ways to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Liberia.
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U.S. congratulates Iraq on 93rd anniversary of independence

The United States has extended congratulations to the people of Iraq on the 93rd anniversary of Iraq’s independence, observed on October 3.
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U.S. and Brazil officials agree to further talks on trade and bilateral cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer held a meeting with Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mauro Vieira, to discuss trade and bilateral issues.
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