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US reiterates call for all citizens to 'leave Iran now,' in security alert on open border crossings
The US urged its citizens to "leave Iran now" due to protests, security measures, and flight disruptions. Dual nationals face the risk of detention, the travel advisory warned.
Pentagon approves potential sale of F-15 support, equipment to Saudi Arabia
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio bans senior Iranian officials, families from being in US
Trump officials meet group pushing for Alberta to gain independence from Canada
State Department to dismiss human rights criticism of Israel, Russia, El Salvador – report
The 2025 report struck out all references to crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community, including noted government abuses.
Sanctions against PA officials could prevent traveling to UNSC meeting in September, expert says
International Lawyer and expert on sanctions, Marc Zell, tells TML that the aim is to target Palestinian leaders with terror ties for violating the 2002 peace agreement.
US to sanction Palestinian Authority, PLO members, State Dept. confirms
The State Department did not confirm which individuals would be sanctioned.
State Dept. designates Pakistani group behind April's Pahalgam massacre as terrorists
The Resistance Front (TRF) will now be recognized by the US as a front and proxy group for Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and added to LeT's designation as an FTO and SDGT.
Trump administration tells US diplomats abroad not to opine on foreign elections
In the directive released by the State Dept., it was made clear that the United States "will pursue partnerships with countries wherever our strategic interests align."
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.
