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US Agency Focused On Foreign Disinformation Shuts Down

A leading US government agency that tracks foreign disinformation has terminated its operations, the State Department said Tuesday, after Congress failed to extend its funding following years of Republican criticism.

International Business Times

‘They are complicit’: The Palestinian-Americans suing the State Department over Gaza

Ahmed Moor is part of a group of Palestinians and their families who are suing the State Department for breaking US law in its support for Israel’s war in Gaza.

The Independent UK

US Diplomats Visit Syria To Meet New Rulers

US diplomats have arrived in Syria to speak directly to the new Islamist-led rulers, hoping to encourage a moderate, inclusive path and to find clues on missing Americans, the State Department said Friday.

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The Spending Bill Would Fund Censorship

Republicans should not give any more money to the Global Engagement Center.

Reason

Secretary Of State Blinken Meets With Sen. Rubio

Secretary Blinken and Sen. Rubio's meeting marks the start of a smooth transition process at the State Department.

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Palestinian families sue Biden administration over ‘failure’ to sanction Israel for human rights abuses

Gaza residents and their American families accuse the State Department of creating illegal loopholes on Israel’s behalf to evade federal law blocking aid to foreign militaries complicit in human rights abuses

The Independent UK

Lawsuit Alleges State Department Loopholes For Israel

Lawsuit alleges State Department exemptions for Israel, bypassing U.S. aid restrictions on human rights abuses. Ongoing debate over U.S. assistance to Isra...

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Republican Congressman Challenges State Department On Afghanistan Airbase Issue

Republican congressman challenges Blinken's claims on Mazar-i-Sharif Airbase evacuation; State Department under scrutiny for alleged delays.

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Palestinians sue State Department over US assistance to Israel’s military

Lawsuit accuses Biden administration of violating US law barring aid to military units involved in rights abuses.

Al Jazeera

US Prioritizes Return Of Journalist Held In Syria Since 2012

US actively seeks the safe return of journalist Austin Tice from Syria, engaging with rebel groups for assistance.

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State Department defends Israeli occupation of Syrian Golan Heights

Parts of the Golan Heights were annexed by Israel in 1981 after being taken in the Six-Day War and have long been recognized internationally as illegally occupied territory

The Independent UK

US State Department Monitoring Terrorist Designation Of Syrian Rebel Group

US State Department not reviewing HTS terrorist designation currently but may reconsider based on group's actions. US policy towards HTS shaped by their co...

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US hostage envoy in Beirut to seek information on missing journalist Austin Tice

The State Department says the U.S. government’s top hostage negotiator is in Beirut in hopes of collecting information on the whereabouts of Austin Tice, an American journalist missing in Syria for 12 years

The Independent UK

US Supports Peaceful Resolution In South Korea

US closely monitors South Korea's situation, emphasizing peaceful resolution and democratic principles.

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Republican lawmaker accuses State Department of allegedly offering ‘therapy’ to workers following Trump’s win

Sessions on stress management and similar topics have been offered to State Department workers for over a decade

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Rep. Issa Criticizes State Dept. Therapy Sessions For Upset Employees

Rep. Darrell Issa criticizes State Department therapy sessions for employees upset by Trump's election win, questioning use of taxpayer funds.

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Secretary Of State Blinken Speaks With Sen. Rubio

Secretary of State Blinken congratulates Sen. Rubio on his State Department appointment and assures support for a smooth transition.

Reason

Meet Trump's Incredibly Confusing New National Security Cabinet

Establishment hawks will be running the State Department and National Security Council, but Trump has peppered in some antiestablishment mavericks too.

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State Department Unable To Share Messages With Trump Transition Team

Challenges in State Department's communication with Trump's team due to delays in MOUs impacting coordination with foreign governments.

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US Secretary Of State Reassures State Department Workforce

US Secretary of State Blinken reassures State Department employees of their value and dedication amidst transition concerns.

Latin Times

Analysts Differ on Whether Marco Rubio is Being Considered as a Member of Trump's Cabinet

Although no formal conversations were given prior to Election Day, many hopefuls are already making their cases to become heads of department

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Amb. Stephen Mull Appointed To Oversee Biden-Trump Transition

Ambassador Stephen Mull appointed by Secretary Blinken to oversee transition at State Department. Importance of peaceful transfer of power highlighted.

International Business Times

Trump's Top Contenders to Lead His Next Situation Room, According to Reports

A long standing list of individuals Donald Trump and his personnel operations team are considering for appointments in the West Wing and the Situation Room.

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Brian Hook To Lead State Department Transition Team For Trump

Brian Hook expected to lead State Department transition team for Trump. Uncertainty surrounds transition activities at the department.

The Independent UK

US presses silent China to rein in North Korea and Russia as tensions rise

With Pyongyang deploying troops to Russia, the US and South Korea urge China to curb the growing military alliance

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