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The U.S. Department of State has announced the revocation and restriction of visas for certain individuals in Nicaragua who have been identified as aiding illegal immigration to the United States.
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Secretary Rubio meets Brazilian foreign minister to discuss U.S.-Brazil trade framework

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira after the G7 Ministerial in Canada.
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Secretary Rubio meets Argentine foreign minister Quirno to discuss bilateral cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Argentine Minister of Foreign Affairs Pablo Quirno to congratulate him on his recent appointment and to emphasize the United States’ intention to strengthen its relationship with Argentina.
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U.S. plans to designate Venezuela’s Cartel de los Soles as foreign terrorist organization

The U.S. Department of State has announced its intention to designate Cartel de los Soles, a Venezuela-based organization, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) effective November 24, 2025.
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G7 foreign ministers address global conflicts and economic resilience at Niagara meeting

The foreign ministers of the G7 countries—Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States—along with the High Representative of the European Union met in Niagara under Canada’s presidency on November 11-12, 2025.
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U.S. designates global shipping firms over involvement with Iranian petroleum exports

The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of 17 entities, individuals, and vessels in an effort to limit revenue that the Iranian government uses to advance its nuclear program and support destabilizing activities in the Middle East.
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Joint Security Coordination Mechanism meets in Washington on Congo-Rwanda peace implementation

Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, the United States, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union Commission met in Washington, D.C., for the fourth Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) meeting on November...
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U.S. suspends Caesar Act sanctions on Syria after regime change

The U.S. Department of State has announced the suspension of mandatory Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, following actions taken by the Syrian government after the fall of the al-Assad regime.
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United States announces new emergency aid package for victims of Hurricane Melissa

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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