News published on Federal Newswire in July 2025

News from July 2025


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Doug Burgum visits Alcatraz Island amid discussions on reopening prison

Today, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum visited Alcatraz Island in San Francisco, California.


Interior Department revises guidelines for orphaned oil and gas well cleanup

The Department of the Interior has announced updates to its guidelines for states applying to federal programs focused on cleaning up abandoned oil and gas wells.


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.


Interior ends preferential treatment for wind and solar energy

In Washington, the Department of the Interior has announced it will end preferential treatment for wind and solar energy.


Interior finalizes major Alaskan land transfer to NANA Regional Corporation

The Department of the Interior has finalized the transfer of nearly 28,000 acres of land to NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. This transfer is part of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), increasing the total land conveyed to NANA to...


House Oversight Subcommittee discusses America's role in global crypto landscape

Coin Center director of policy, Jason Somensatto, provided testimony during a House Oversight Subcommittee hearing focused on making America the leading hub for cryptocurrency.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Stamford nurse sentenced for tampering with pain medication vials

A nurse from Pelham, New York, has been sentenced to five months in prison for tampering with vials of hydromorphone and fentanyl at a Stamford surgical clinic.


CBP expands mobile passport control to Alaska airports

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the expansion of its Mobile Passport Control (MPC) application to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Fairbanks International Airport.


Pending home sales drop nationwide as regional differences emerge

Pending home sales in the United States fell by 0.8% in June compared to May, and dropped 2.8% from the same period last year, according to a report released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) on July 30, 2025.


Cedar Rapids man sentenced for armed robbery during drug transaction

A Cedar Rapids man has been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison following his guilty plea to charges related to an armed robbery during a drug transaction.