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Israel, Lebanon agree on 45-day ceasefire extension, negotiation to continue on two tracks
Both Israel and Lebanon have agreed on a framework for negotiations, including “full recognition of each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity."
Third round of Israel-Lebanon peace talks 'productive, positive' so far, US official says
US imposes new Iran sanctions, warns shipping companies not to pay Hormuz tolls
Israel's arrest of Gaza flotilla activists a 'brazen violation of int'l law,' Mamdani charges
US did not support recent Israeli strikes on Syria, State Dept says
Bruce declined to say whether Washington supports Israel carrying out such military operations when it deems necessary.
US, Thailand advance nuclear cooperation as 123 Agreement takes effect
The agreement outlines conditions for the peaceful use of nuclear energy and affirms both countries’ commitment to nuclear nonproliferation.
US State Department to fire over 1,300 employees as Trump admin. aims to shrink federal gov't
As part of the Trump administration’s efforts to shrink the federal government, at least 1,107 civil servants and 246 foreign service officers have had their positions terminated, CNN reported.
Rubio impersonator uses AI to contact US gov't officials, attempts to steal information
At least five individuals outside the State Department were targeted, including three foreign ministers, a US governor, and a member of Congress.
State Department approves $30 million for funding of Gaza Humanitarian Foundation
"This support is simply the latest iteration of President Trump's and Secretary Rubio's pursuit of peace in the region," State Department deputy spokesperson Tommy Pigott said.
US advises citizens not to travel to Israel, UK encourages citizens to register with embassy
The US told its nonessential embassy staff and family members of embassy workers that they can voluntarily leave when they so choose.
US draws back efforts as mediator in Ukraine-Russia War peace talks
State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said that America's methodology for the talks "will change in that we will not be the mediators."
Syria's foreign minister expected to meet with State Dept. officials in New York
This is the first meeting for the US and Shibani that is taking place on US territory. It comes after Syria's response to conditions set by the US for possible partial sanctions relief.
Trump admin. to reorganize State Department, cut redundant programs, Rubio says
“This approach will empower the Department from the ground up, from the bureaus to the embassies,” Rubio said.
Marco Rubio sits with Michael Benz, Jewish former Trump official with antisemitic online persona
Speaking to Rubio on Wednesday in a talk released by the State Department, Benz quizzed him on how the department would be changing its approach to free-speech issues under Trump.
