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US says China’s ‘global information manipulation’ threatens freedoms

State Department says Beijing spending billions to spread disinformation and shape opinion in favour of China.

Al Jazeera · Sep 29, 2023

U.S. and India mum on Canada spat in describing Jaishankar Blinken meet

In describing the meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the U.S. State Department stayed clear of any mention of the discord between India and Canada. Neither minister mentioned the issue explicitly while characterising their conversation.

The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023

US aid to Egypt under new scrutiny after Menendez indictment - Roll Call

An indictment accuses Sen. Bob Menendez of receiving bribes and using his position from 2018 to 2022 to benefit the Egyptian government.

Roll Call · Sep 28, 2023

Quincy Jones is State Department's first Peace Through Music Award as part of new diplomacy push

Quincy Jones will receive the inaugural Peace Through Music Award at a launch event for the U.S. Department of State’s new Global Music Diplomacy Initiative

The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2023

Israel Joins U.S. Visa Waiver Program, Easing Travel For Citizens

Israeli citizens can now travel to America for 90 days without a visa, strengthening ties between the two countries.

Zenger · Sep 27, 2023

US State Department: Iran’s Lack Of Willingness Raises Concerns Over Nuclear Program

Tehran's failure to address international concerns hampers diplomatic efforts, says State Department spokesperson

Zenger · Sep 27, 2023

Cuba's ambassador to the US says Molotov cocktails thrown at Cuban embassy were a 'terrorist attack'

Cuba's ambassador to the United States says an incident in which at least one incendiary device was thrown into the Cuban embassy compound was a “terrorist attack.”

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023

US Denies Final Decision On Israel’s Visa Waiver Program Despite Israeli Announcement

Israel's application accepted, but US State Department denies final approval, citing ongoing evaluation

Zenger · Sep 26, 2023

US offers Poland rare loan of $2 billion to modernize its military

The Biden administration says it is offering $2 billion in loans to Poland to support the defense modernization of the ally which has been a hub for weapons going into Ukraine

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2023

Cardin to take Foreign Relations gavel after Menendez charges - Roll Call

Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin is expected to take the Senate Foreign Relations gavel, putting human rights high on its priority list.

Roll Call · Sep 25, 2023