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The United States has announced nearly $12.6 million in additional emergency aid for Jamaica and Haiti following Hurricane Melissa.
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Secretary Rubio meets Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan on Gaza and Ukraine issues

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss several ongoing international issues.
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U.S. increases reward for Canadian fugitive Ryan James Wedding linked to international drug trafficking

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has increased its reward offer for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Canadian narcotics trafficker Ryan James Wedding.
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Secretary Rubio meets Cypriot foreign minister to discuss EU presidency and regional cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Constantinos Kombos, the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cyprus, to discuss ways to strengthen transatlantic cooperation as Cyprus prepares for its presidency of the EU Council from January to June 2026.
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State Department updates journalist access procedures for Harry S. Truman Building

The U.S. Department of State has announced changes to the process for journalists seeking temporary day passes to access open or pooled press events at the Harry S. Truman building.
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U.S. increases disaster aid for Caribbean nations after Hurricane Melissa

The United States is providing ongoing disaster assistance to Caribbean nations following Hurricane Melissa.
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U.S. imposes new sanctions targeting networks supporting Iran’s missile and UAV programs

The United States has announced sanctions on 32 entities and individuals from Iran, China, Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Türkiye, India, and other regions.
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U.S. sanctions Burmese and Thai actors linked to online scam centers targeting Americans

The United States has imposed sanctions on five individuals and three entities based in Burma and Thailand for their roles in operating forced labor compounds involved in online investment scams targeting Americans.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Canadian foreign minister Anand at G7 to discuss security and Haiti

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Ontario.
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Secretary Rubio discusses Gaza plan and Sudan ceasefire with UAE foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on November 14, 2025.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Syrian and Turkish foreign ministers following White House visit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan after the recent visit of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to the White House.
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U.S. congratulates Cambodia on 72nd Independence Day anniversary

The United States has extended its congratulations to Cambodia on the occasion of the country's 72nd Independence Day, marking over seven decades since Cambodia gained independence.
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U.S., Bolivia announce new initiatives as delegation attends presidential inauguration

On November 8, Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau led the U.S. Presidential Delegation to the inauguration of Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz.
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U.S. official Jeremy Lewin to visit Jamaica for hurricane recovery talks

Senior Official for Foreign Assistance, Humanitarian Affairs, and Religious Freedom Jeremy Lewin is scheduled to visit Jamaica on November 9, 2025.
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U.S., Central Asian leaders mark renewed partnership at State Department reception

At the U.S. Department of State, senior officials and lawmakers welcomed leaders from five Central Asian republics—Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Uzbekistan—for a reception marking a renewed era of engagement...
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Secretary Rubio meets with José Daniel Ferrer following his arrival from Cuba

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Cuban activist José Daniel Ferrer after Ferrer's arrival in the United States from Cuba, according to a statement by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
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United States commits $24 million in emergency aid after Hurricane Melissa

The United States has announced an initial commitment of $24 million in emergency aid to support recovery efforts in Jamaica, Haiti, the Bahamas, and Cuba following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.
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U.S. Department of State announces C5+1 anniversary conference with Central Asian nations

The U.S. Department of State will host the C5+1 Tenth Anniversary Business Conference in partnership with the Kennedy Center.
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U.S. sanctions North Korean banks and individuals over laundering cybercrime proceeds

The United States has imposed sanctions on two entities and eight individuals for their roles in laundering funds for the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), including money generated from cybercrime and fraudulent information technology...
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United States congratulates Tonga on 150th anniversary of its constitution

The United States has extended congratulations to the people of Tonga on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Tongan Constitution.
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