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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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U.S. Secretary Rubio discusses regional issues with Jamaican Prime Minister
Secretary Rubio engaged in a conversation with Prime Minister Holness of Jamaica, focusing on significant regional matters and the robust partnership between the United States and Jamaica.

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Rubio meets UAE president to discuss strategic partnership and regional stability
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi.

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U.S. supports Philippines amid tensions with China in South China Sea
The United States has expressed its support for the Philippines following a recent incident involving the Chinese People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN).

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Secretary Rubio discusses Ukraine conflict with Transatlantic Quint
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with the foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, as well as the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs.

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Rubio meets Lavrov as U.S.-Russia talks focus on Ukraine conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

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US celebrates The Gambia's 60th independence anniversary
On February 18, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement congratulating The Gambia on the 60th anniversary of its independence.

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Secretary Rubio meets with Saudi Crown Prince to discuss bilateral relations
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud in Riyadh.

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