Turkish government offers public backing and refuge for Hamas leadership. Over three dozen bipartisan federal legislators have requested a classified meeting on the details of Turkey’s relationship with…
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Envoy Hochstein Reports Progress on Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire
Lebanese officials seek Israeli withdrawal after continued air strikes. U.S. Special Envoy Amos Hochstein met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz this week after…
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U.S. Embassy Temporarily Closes in Kyiv
Officials received “specific information of a potential significant air attack.” The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, issued an alert on Wednesday and temporarily closed down. The embassy stated…
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Government Tech Officials Call for Changes in Cybersecurity Funding
State Department and CISA officials highlight the need for dedicated cybersecurity budgets and modernization. Federal officials are promoting a shift in the way cybersecurity efforts, including zero trust…
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Secretary Blinken Promotes Ceasefire After Israel Kills Hamas Leader Sinwar
He says that Israel can leverage action to release hostages and establish peace. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week, encouraging…
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U.S. Envoy Hochstein Meets with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Berri
State Department continues to pursue diplomatic solutions for Israel U.S. Special Envoy Amos Hochstein said that he had a “constructive” meeting with Nabih Berri, the speaker of Lebanon’s…
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U.S. Officials May Pause Aid to Israel Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis
Secretaries of State and Defense seek concrete measures in warning to the Israeli government. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin sent a letter…
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Assassination Probe Committee from India Meets with U.S. Officials
State Department adds pressure after two incidents in Canada last year. The State Department announced that a committee from the government of India met with U.S. officials in…
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Bonnie Jenkins, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Affairs
Bonnie Jenkins, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Affairs
Read MoreSecretary of State Attends ASEAN Summit in Laos
Discussions included digital trade, climate, and maritime security. Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to Laos this week to attend the East Asia Summit and the U.S.-Association of…
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