News published on Federal Newswire in June 2025

News from June 2025


Colorado man sentenced to prison for fentanyl distribution

A Colorado man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl, following an investigation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).


Texas woman sentenced for role in smuggling stash house case

An El Paso, Texas woman, Valerie Perez, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for her involvement in a hostage-taking conspiracy.


ICE deports 142 criminal aliens from Houston area to Mexico

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported 142 criminal aliens from the Houston area to Mexico over the past two weeks.


ICE uncovers stash house in Texas leading to arrests

A stash house in Mercedes, Texas, was discovered on June 2 by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), leading to the arrest of 16 individuals residing illegally in the United States.


ICE arrests suspected Al-Qaeda member wanted by Tajikistan

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Russian national born in Tajikistan, who is wanted internationally.


Maryland man sentenced for visa fraud after ICE investigation

An investigation led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in Maryland, with the assistance of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, has resulted in the sentencing of Douglas Anthony Eze...


VA health app surpasses 3 million downloads milestone

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced that its Health and Benefits mobile application has surpassed 3 million downloads since its inception in 2021.


U.S. congratulates Sweden on National Day, highlights strong bilateral ties

The United States has extended its congratulations to Sweden on the occasion of its National Day.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets Indian delegation to discuss strategic partnership

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in discussions with an Indian parliamentary delegation in Washington.


U.S. sanctions six individuals for cocaine trafficking from South America

The United States has imposed sanctions on four Guyanese nationals and two Colombian nationals for their involvement in trafficking large quantities of cocaine from South America to the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean.


U.S. imposes sanctions on four ICC judges over actions against U.S., Israel

The United States has announced sanctions against four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC), citing concerns over the ICC's actions against the U.S. and Israel.


US imposes sanctions on four ICC judges over investigations into US and Israeli nationals

The United States has imposed sanctions on four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to actions perceived as targeting the U.S. and Israel.


Remains of two Americans recovered; calls for hostage release continue

Earlier today, Israeli forces recovered the remains of Judy Weinstein and Gad Haggai.


International community condemns attack on UN convoy in Sudan

The Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan (ALPS) group, comprising several governments and international organizations, has issued a statement condemning a recent attack on a United Nations humanitarian convoy in Sudan.


US vetoes UN resolution on Gaza targeting Israel

The United States has exercised its veto power against a United Nations Security Council resolution concerning Gaza, which it deemed counterproductive and targeted at Israel.


Rubio meets Singapore's foreign minister to discuss trade and security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan to reinforce the strategic partnership between the United States and Singapore.


Landau discusses peace efforts with Ukrainian officials

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a meeting with Andriy Yermak, the Head of the Ukrainian Presidential Office, and Yulia Svyrydenko, the First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine.


Landau reaffirms U.S.-Hungary alliance in call with Foreign Minister Szijjarto

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a conversation with Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets with UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt on Sudan conflict

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, along with Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos, held a meeting in Washington, DC to discuss the ongoing conflict in Sudan.


Tiananmen Square massacre anniversary highlights ongoing struggle for justice

In the spring of 1989, a significant movement took place in Beijing as tens of thousands of students gathered to mourn a Chinese Communist Party leader who had advocated for a more open and democratic China.