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U.S. Boots on the Ground in Venezuela as Massive Earthquake Relief Mission Expands

For the first time in years, U.S. military personnel are operating on Venezuelan soil as part of a large-scale humanitarian mission following the twin earthquakes that devastated the South American nation, marking an extraordinary moment in relations between Washington and Caracas.

Latin Times

Senators Move to Block Trump's Face from US Passports, Calling It 'Anti-Democratic' and a 'Waste of Taxpayer Money'

US senators urge the State Department to halt plans for limited-edition passports marking USA's 250th anniversary featuring Trump's image, citing concerns over precedent and taxpayer costs.{P

International Business Times UK

JD Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel

US-Iran war: Divergent remarks from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding Israel's military actions in Lebanon and the U.S.-Iran deal reveal rifts within the Trump administration. While Vance condemned the Israeli bombings, Rubio supported them, showcasing their contrasting foreign policy approaches. This clash offers insights…

The Economic Times

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Israel, Lebanon deny that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern Lebanon

Senior Israeli and Lebanese officials have refuted claims of an Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, contradicting a U.S. official's statement about a "good faith gesture." While discussions continue on a U.S.-backed proposal for Lebanon's military to take control of parts of the territory, on-the-ground reports indicate Israeli forces are…

The Economic Times

Trump is defying Congress on foreign aid

Congress gave orders to Trump officials on foreign aid spending, but officials have largely refused

Salon

George Washington letter accepting British surrender to go on display for the first time

The letter set in motion the negotiations that led to the 1783 Treaty of Paris, when Britain formally recognised the independence of the United States

The Independent UK

US flight carrying deported migrants lands in Central African Republic

The first plane carrying Iranian, Afghan, Turkish and Georgian migrants deported from the United States arrived in Bangui in the Central African Republic on Friday evening as part of a controversial US programme to send undocumented foreigners – some of whom have legal protections – to third countries. The Central…

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Marco Rubio's 'Cage Fights for Diplomacy' Are Another Form of Crony Capitalism

Instead of dismantling the cultural exchange bureau, the State Department wants it to sponsor sports leagues.

Reason

Trump admin strained emergency funds during scramble to rescue American woman during Hantavirus outbreak

The Trump administration has put up $750,000 to charter a private yacht to evacuate a single American citizen from a remote South Pacific island after she had been aboard a cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak

The Independent UK

Zohran Mamdani wanted to meet Colombian president Gustavo Petro who posted 'Heil Hitler' on X. Trump said 'No'

It was supposed to be New York mayor Zohran Mamdani's first meeting with a foreign leader but President Donald Trump nixed the scheduled meeting of Mamdani with Colombian president Gustavo Petro, a fellow democratic socialist. The Washington Post reported that the Colombian government quietly called off the meeting after a…

The Times of India

‘Troubling’ Trump health deals with Africa jeopardise human rights, report says

Report from Human Rights Watch says countries should be ‘wary’ of US push for agreements with individual African nations

The Independent UK

UFC Cage Fights Enlisted for Global Diplomacy as Trump Administration Approves Historic White House Match

The US government partners with UFC in a unique sports diplomacy initiative, marking a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership to enhance global mixed martial arts growth.

International Business Times UK

Trump administration to sell faster visa interviews for $750 in new pilot program

The State Department will soon offer a “premium” expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas that will set applicants back $750 on top of the basic processing fee of $185

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer pressed to act after US state department wades into Nowak case

KEIR Starmer has been urged to summon the US ambassador to the UK after the State Department “fanned the flames of division” on Henry Nowak’s…

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US optimistic about progress in trade talks with India; deal a priority: State Dept

The US is optimistic about trade negotiations with India, with a bilateral trade deal remaining a priority for the Trump administration. State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott highlighted constructive discussions and the role of US Ambassador Sergio Gor in advancing trade and investment ties. Regarding immigration, Pigott stated visa laws are…

International Business Times UK

Marco Rubio Warns AI Destruction of White-Collar Careers 'Over Time Could Destabilise Societies All Over the World'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Congress about AI's potential to destabilise societies, emphasising the political implications of white-collar job disruption and the global AI race with China.

International Business Times UK

How to Bypass Post Office Queues and Renew Your US Passport Online in 40 Minutes

US citizens can now renew their 10-year passports online in 40 minutes via MyTravelGov, eliminating paperwork and post office visits, though processing times remain unchanged.

The Economic Times

US sanctions Iran-linked buyers of sensitive military technology

The United States has dismantled an Iranian network that defrauded American tech companies out of millions to acquire sensitive military technology. The network, led by Ali Majd Sepehr, used fake websites and intermediaries to smuggle advanced equipment into Iran, violating US sanctions. This action follows a $15 million reward announcement…

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U.S. Offers $15 Million Reward for Information Leading to the 'Disruption of the Financial Mechanisms' of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard

The Treasury Department also sanctioned an alleged oil sales network involving Hong Kong-based entities that facilitated storage, transport and sale of Iranian oil worth billions of dollars

Reason

No Pseudonymity for Most Challengers of Visa Vetting Policy

From Doe v. U.S. Dep't of State, decided yesterday by Chief Judge James Boasberg (D.D.C.): Plaintiffs are 49 U.S. visa… The post No Pseudonymity for Most Challengers of Visa Vetting Policy appeared first on Reason.com.

International Business Times UK

US Restricts Disease Experts from Communicating With WHO Amid Ebola Outbreak and Global Health, Reports Reveal

The Trump administration has restricted US infectious disease experts from direct WHO communication, impacting global outbreak responses, including the Ebola crisis in Central Africa.

International Business Times

Unofficial Trump Envoy Raises Oversight Concerns in Venezuela Policy: Report

Mauricio Claver-Carone, a former Trump official and briefly the State Department's special envoy for Latin America, is a central figure in Washington's dealings with Venezuela, something that has raised oversight concerns, according to a new report.

Salon

Trump Cabinet's dramatic policy changes

Trump's words are no longer reliable indicators of policy, but Cabinet members are speaking volumes

The Times of India

State department scrubs Rubio's 'every country has stupid people' remark as critics wonder if it applies to Trump

The State Department deleted a social media post featuring Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's remarks after critics suggested he called President Trump "stupid." This incident highlights the sensitivity around the word "stupid" in the Trump era, a term the President frequently uses to describe opponents and even allies.

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‘Great unforced errors’: Foreign policy crises rise, yet Trump permanently slashes diplomats and gives jobs to his family and friends

State Department evaluation now come with a check for loyalty.

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