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Special Envoys and Representatives from several countries, including Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, and the United States convened in Geneva on...
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State Department partners with VentureWell for global innovation initiative
Acting Assistant Secretary Jennifer Littlejohn of the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, along with Phil Weilerstein, President and CEO of VentureWell, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
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Tallinn Mechanism marks first anniversary amid ongoing support for Ukrainian cybersecurity
The governments of the United States, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom have released a joint statement marking the first anniversary of the Tallinn Mechanism.
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U.S. raises Vanuatu travel advisory due to earthquake-related infrastructure damage
The Department of State has elevated its Travel Advisory for Vanuatu to Level 3, advising U.S. citizens to reconsider travel plans due to infrastructure damage caused by a recent earthquake.
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Assistant Secretary Naz Durakoglu departs from State Department role
Under the leadership of Assistant Secretary Naz Durakoglu, the Bureau of Legislative Affairs has worked closely with Congress to support important U.S. national security priorities.
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Blinken reaffirms U.S.-South Korea alliance in call with Foreign Minister Cho
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a telephone conversation with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul on December 20, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
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Liechtenstein joins Artemis Accords as 52nd signatory at NASA ceremony
Liechtenstein has become the 52nd nation to sign the Artemis Accords, marking its commitment to international cooperation in space exploration.
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Michigan delegation fosters economic ties in Gulf nations
From December 6 to 14, a delegation led by Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez, alongside the American Arab Chamber of Commerce (AACC) and in collaboration with the Michigan Municipal League (MML)...
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U.S. imposes visa restrictions on individuals undermining peace in South Sudan
The United States has announced measures to impose visa restrictions on several individuals who are either responsible for or complicit in undermining and obstructing sustainable peace in South Sudan.
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US imposes sanctions on Georgian officials for human rights abuses
The United States has announced sanctions against Georgian Minister of Internal Affairs Vakhtang Gomelauri and the Deputy Head of the Ministry's Special Task's Department Mirza Kezevadze.
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US imposes new sanctions targeting Iranian oil trade
The United States Department of State has announced sanctions on four entities involved in the transportation of Iranian oil, alongside the identification of six vessels as blocked property.
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US sanctions entities over Iranian oil trade and human rights abuses
The United States has announced measures to disrupt revenue streams that support the Iranian regime's activities abroad and domestically.
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Blinken urges action at UN meeting amid worsening crisis in Sudan
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed the United Nations Security Council, focusing on the ongoing crisis in Sudan.
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US Secretary Blinken urges global cooperation on responsible use of artificial intelligence
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed the United Nations Security Council in a meeting focused on artificial intelligence (AI).
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U.S.-India space cooperation progresses with key meetings in Houston
On December 17, Deputy Secretary Campbell, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer, and Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra visited Houston, Texas.
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U.S. sanctions four entities linked to Pakistan's missile program
The United States has imposed sanctions on four entities linked to Pakistan's ballistic missile program.
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U.S. expands migration efforts on International Migrants Day
On International Migrants Day, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken highlighted the contributions of migrants globally and acknowledged the complex factors driving migration and forced displacement.
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Blinken discusses Syria and regional cooperation with Czech foreign minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský, focusing on the current situation in Syria.
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US imposes sanctions on Iranian entities linked to UAV production
The United States has imposed sanctions on two Iran-based entities and one Iranian individual.
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U.S. imposes new sanctions on entities tied to Nord Stream 2 pipeline
The U.S. Department of State has announced the re-imposition of sanctions on several entities involved in the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project, citing their participation in harmful foreign activities by the Russian government.
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