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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to visit Mexico and Ecuador from September 2 to 4.
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United States supports European move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have begun a process under United Nations Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.
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Trump cancels $5 billion in foreign aid using Impoundment Control Act
President Trump has exercised his authority under the Impoundment Control Act for the first time in five decades, canceling $5 billion in foreign aid and international organization funding.
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United States, Japan, South Korea hold talks on North Korean cyber threats
Officials from the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea met in Tokyo on August 27 and 28 for the fourth session of their Trilateral Diplomatic Working Group.
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U.S. extends congratulations on Kyrgyz Republic Independence Day
On August 31, the United States will mark Kyrgyz Independence Day by extending well wishes to the people of the Kyrgyz Republic.
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U.S. congratulates Malaysia on its 68th Independence Day
The United States has extended its congratulations to Malaysia on the 68th anniversary of its independence, which will be observed on August 31.
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U.S. congratulates Uzbekistan on 34th Independence Day anniversary
The United States has sent greetings to the people of Uzbekistan as they mark their Independence Day on September 1.
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U.S. Department of State partners with nonprofit to expand global reach of American art
The U.S. Department of State’s Office of Art in Embassies (AIE) has entered into a partnership with the American Arts Conservancy (AAC), a nonprofit organization focused on promoting American art through cultural diplomacy.
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Secretary Rubio meets Israeli foreign minister Sa’ar to discuss regional security
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on August 27, 2025.
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U.S. congratulates Vietnam on National Day; highlights 30 years of diplomatic ties
The United States has extended congratulations to Vietnam as the country marks its National Day on September 2.
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U.S. expresses support for Burmese people and commends regional refugee efforts
The United States has stated its support for the people of Burma, including Rohingya and other ethnic groups who have experienced violence and displacement.
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Secretary Rubio discusses diplomatic efforts on Russia-Ukraine war with European officials
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with several European counterparts, including Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio...
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U.S., Japan, ROK partner with Mandiant on countering North Korean IT worker schemes
The U.S. Department of State, together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK), partnered with cybersecurity firm Mandiant to organize a forum in Tokyo on August 26.
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Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional cooperation
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and South Korea.
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U.S. imposes new sanctions on Chinese firms over imports of Iranian oil
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting companies in China that it says have helped facilitate the import of large volumes of Iranian oil.
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U.S. announces new sanctions targeting facilitators of Iranian oil sales
The U.S. government has announced new sanctions aimed at curbing the Iranian regime’s access to funds that it says are used to support terrorism and suppress dissent within Iran.
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Secretary Rubio discusses trade and regional stability with Ugandan President Museveni
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between the United States and Uganda.
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Rubio and Anand discuss Haiti, Gaza, Ukraine, and China during Washington meeting
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in Washington to address several international issues.
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Secretary Rubio discusses global issues with New Zealand’s foreign minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and New Zealand Minister for Foreign Affairs Winston Peters held a call to discuss several international issues, including the situations in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as developments in the Pacific Islands...
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Countries fail to agree on text for global plastic pollution treaty at Geneva talks
Countries participating in the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) in Geneva from August 5 to 14, 2025, did not reach consensus on a new agreement aimed at addressing plastic pollution.
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