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Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita.
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US designates Houthis as terrorist organization, warning against support

The U.S. State Department recently announced the designation of Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).
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Secretary Rubio discusses trade and partnership with India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
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Department of State expands contractor base for overseas construction projects

The Department of State has introduced legislative changes intended to facilitate the process of qualifying construction contractors for diplomatic projects abroad.
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United States extradites Tahawwur Rana to India for 2008 Mumbai attacks

The United States has extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana to India on April 9 to address charges related to the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks.
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Rubio discusses counterterrorism and trade with Pakistani Foreign Minister Dar

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in diplomatic discussions with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
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US supports Uzbekistan's independence and strategic partnership

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Uzbekistan National Security Council Deputy Chairman Abdulaziz Kamilov in Washington.
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United States, Japan, and South Korea pledge commitment to Indo-Pacific cooperation

The United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea have issued a joint statement on their meeting held on April 3, 2025, in Brussels.
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US and Nigeria discuss strengthening partnership in recent call

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar participated in a call to strengthen US-Nigeria relations.
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Rubio reaffirms U.S.-Malaysia partnership during call with Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with the Malaysian Foreign Minister, Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
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Lenderking set for diplomatic visits in UAE and Bahrain to advance U.S. interests

Timothy A. Lenderking, the Senior Bureau Official for Near Eastern Affairs, is set to travel to the United Arab Emirates from April 4 to April 8.
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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses partnership with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau recently engaged in a conversation with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez, reaffirming the solid partnership between the United States and the Dominican Republic.
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Secretary Rubio discusses Gaza situation and tariffs with Israeli PM Netanyahu

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reaffirm the United States' support for Israel.
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US Deputy Secretary praises Panama for reducing illegal immigration

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha recently held a call to discuss strengthening U.S.-Panama relations.
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US revokes visas for South Sudanese over immigration policy non-compliance

The United States Department of State has announced an immediate revocation of all visas held by South Sudanese passport holders.
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G7 ministers express concern over China's military drills near Taiwan

The foreign ministers of the G7 countries, namely Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the High Representative of the European Union, have issued a collective statement expressing concern...
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Secretary Rubio discusses Mideast peace and partnerships with Saudi Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud in Washington, D.C. on April 9, 2025.
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Senior Bureau Official Pitt travels to Europe to discuss UN governance

Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of International Organization Affairs, McCoy Pitt, is on a diplomatic mission through Europe.
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US to impose new visa restrictions over access to Tibet

The U.S. government is taking measures to implement additional visa restrictions on Chinese officials involved in policies that limit foreign access to Tibetan regions.
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Sanctions imposed on six officials for policies undermining Hong Kong's autonomy

The Department of State announced sanctions against six authorities from Beijing and Hong Kong.
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