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Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot to discuss efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
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Acting Assistant Secretary Lochman to discuss energy issues at CERAWeek 2025

Acting Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Laura Lochman is scheduled to visit Houston, Texas, from March 10-13 to attend CERAWeek 2025.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Botswana's president to discuss bilateral relations

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting in Washington with Botswana's President, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko.
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Reward offered for capture of Canadian trafficker Ryan James Wedding

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced a reward offer of up to $10 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Canadian narcotics trafficker Ryan James Wedding.
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U.S. officials pledge support at hostage flag raising ceremony

Distinguished guests gathered for a U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Flag Raising Ceremony, where FBI Director Kash Patel and Senior Advisor Adam Boehler addressed the audience.
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U.S. offers $2 million rewards for info on Chinese cyber actors

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced reward offers of up to $2 million each for information leading to the arrests or convictions of two Chinese nationals, Yin KeCheng and Zhou...
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U.S. introduces visa restrictions on foreign officials facilitating illegal migration

Securing the borders of the United States is deemed crucial for enhancing national safety and prosperity.
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U.S. indicts Chinese hackers amid new sanctions

The Department of Justice has unveiled indictments against Zhou Shuai, Yin Kecheng, eight employees of the Chinese technology company i-Soon, and two officers from China's Ministry of Public Security.
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Secretary Rubio discusses strategic partnership with Singaporean foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, as reported by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
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Rubio discusses military sales and bilateral ties with Paraguayan president

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña, as reported by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
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Rubio discusses US-Canada relations with Minister Joly

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly.
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U.S. objects to ICAO's sustainable aviation fuels recommendation

The United States has voiced strong objections to a recommendation concerning "sustainable" aviation fuels at the 13th triennial meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP).
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U.S. welcomes Israel's leadership in International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

The United States has extended a warm welcome to Israel as it begins its year-long presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA).
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Rubio discusses regional issues with Omani Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
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Ambassador Murray travels to South Korea for APEC senior officials' meeting

U.S. Senior Official for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Ambassador Matt Murray, is set to visit Gyeongju and Seoul in the Republic of Korea from March 5 to 11.
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Rubio discusses Ukraine summit with UK's Lammy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to address the recent leaders summit on Ukraine, which took place on March 2.
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Lincoln Díaz-Balart remembered for dedication to human rights and democracy

The Cuban American community mourns the loss of Lincoln Díaz-Balart, a prominent figure known for his dedication to human rights and democracy.
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Rubio discusses trade imbalance and global issues with Irish counterpart

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Ireland’s Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Defense Simon Harris.
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Rubio discusses US-Israel relations with Netanyahu amid military aid announcement

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Rubio meets Hungarian foreign minister to discuss Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.
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