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The United States has announced new sanctions targeting six entities based in the People's Republic of China, including Hong Kong.
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U.S. expands visa restrictions over Cuban labor exploitation
The U.S. government has announced an expansion of its visa restriction policy related to forced labor in Cuba.
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Rubio discusses U.S.-Iraq relations with Prime Minister Sudani
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani.
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Rubio discusses regional security with Saudi Defense Minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud.
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U.S. congratulates Estonia on 107th Independence Day
On February 24, 2025, the United States extended its congratulations to Estonia on the occasion of its 107th Independence Day.
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U.S. congratulates Kuwait on National Day emphasizing strong bilateral ties
On February 24, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement congratulating Kuwait on its National Day and Liberation Day.
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US imposes new sanctions on entities tied to Iran's oil trade
The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of 16 entities and vessels involved in Iran's petroleum and petrochemical industry.
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U.S. congratulates Brunei on its 41st National Day
On February 23, 2025, the United States extended its congratulations to Brunei Darussalam on the occasion of its 41st National Day.
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U.S. extends congratulations to Japan on Emperor's birthday
On February 23, 2025, a statement was issued on behalf of President Trump and the American people congratulating the people of Japan on the occasion of His Majesty the Emperor's 65th birthday.
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Rubio discusses Ukraine conflict resolution with Foreign Minister Sybiha
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.
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US celebrates Saint Lucia's 46th independence anniversary
On February 22, 2025, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, issued a statement congratulating the people of Saint Lucia on their 46th anniversary of independence.
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Trump urges UN action for Russia-Ukraine conflict resolution
President Trump has expressed a commitment to ending the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a resolution that ensures lasting peace.
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Rubio and Ruto discuss Congo conflict, call for ceasefire
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Kenyan President William Ruto.
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Rubio and Sikorski discuss U.S.-Poland partnership and Ukraine conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held discussions with Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski in Washington.
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Rubio discusses cooperation with Uzbekistan foreign minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov to reaffirm the United States' support for Uzbekistan's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
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U.S. sanctions Rwandan officials over Congo violence
The United States has imposed sanctions on two individuals and two entities associated with violence and human rights abuses in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
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US designates international cartels as terrorist organizations
The United States Department of State has announced the designation of several international cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).
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Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team holds inaugural meeting
The governments of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened for the first meeting of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT)...
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State Department designates eight international cartels as terrorist organizations
The U.S. State Department has designated eight organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).
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Rubio discusses peace efforts with Angolan foreign minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Angolan Foreign Minister Tete Antonio.
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