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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Honduran Foreign Minister Javier Bu and Presidential Advisor Hector Zelaya to discuss ongoing cooperation between the United States and Honduras.
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U.S. welcomes ceasefire declaration between Cambodia and Thailand

The United States has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, which was declared in Kuala Lumpur.
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Secretary Rubio thanks Malaysia for mediating Thailand-Cambodia border ceasefire

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan to express appreciation for Malaysia's efforts in reducing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Kyrgyz First Deputy Prime Minister to discuss bilateral cooperation

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Kyrgyz First Deputy Prime Minister Daniiar Amangeldiev in Washington.
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Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in Washington.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets Hungarian official to discuss economic cooperation

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Hungarian Deputy Foreign Minister Levente Magyar to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Hungary.
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United States facilitates talks on Congo-Rwanda peace agreement implementation

The United States recently hosted meetings aimed at supporting the implementation of the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, which was signed in Washington, D.C. on June 27, 2025.
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Secretary Rubio and Canadian Foreign Minister Anand discuss security issues in Haiti and Middle East

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand spoke by phone to discuss ongoing security concerns in Haiti and the Middle East.
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Secretary Rubio meets Egyptian foreign minister to discuss Middle East peace and Sudan

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on July 30, 2025.
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Secretary Rubio urges Cambodia for ceasefire in border dispute with Thailand

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a phone conversation with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn.
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Rubio urges Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire during call with Thai foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a phone conversation with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa.
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Cambodia and Thailand commence talks in Malaysia for ceasefire

Cambodia and Thailand are set to engage in high-level discussions in Malaysia with the aim of reaching an immediate ceasefire.
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U.S. condemns Hong Kong's new bounties on overseas activists

The United States has expressed its condemnation of the Hong Kong government's recent announcement on July 25 regarding new arrest warrants and bounties.
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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses U.S.-Palau relations with President Whipps Jr

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. on July 25, 2025.
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U.S. extends congratulations to Maldives on Independence Day

On July 25, 2025, a message was conveyed on behalf of the United States to the people of the Maldives in celebration of their Independence Day on July 26.
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Senegal signs Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters

Senegal has become the 56th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, marking a significant step in its space exploration efforts.
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Deputy Secretary Rigas visits South Korea and Philippines for strategic talks

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Michael Rigas is set to visit Seoul, South Korea, and Manila, Philippines from July 23 to 28.
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U.S. concerned about Thailand-Cambodia border conflict

The United States has expressed grave concern over reports of escalating fighting along the Thailand-Cambodia border.
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Rubio meets with Jordanian foreign minister to discuss Syrian ceasefire

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi.
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State Department investigates Harvard's role in exchange visitor program

The U.S. Department of State has initiated an investigation into Harvard University's ongoing eligibility as a sponsor for the Exchange Visitor Program.
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