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US Notes Iran's Commitment to Furlough UK-US National

The US State Department on Friday said anything short of an immediate furlough of Iranian-American environmentalist Morad Tahbaz, who had been taken back to an Iranian prison earlier, would be considered a violation of Tehran's commitments to the United Kingdom. Tahbaz's sister, Taraneh Tahbaz, in an interview with Reuters said…

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U.S. notes Iran's commitment to furlough UK-U.S. national after his imprisonment

The U.S. State Department on Friday said anything short of an immediate furlough of Iranian-American environmentalist Morad Tahbaz, who had been taken back to an Iranian prison earlier, would be considered a violation of Tehran's commitments to the United Kingdom.

Reuters

U.S. officials say Russian authorities won't let them see detained WNBA star Brittney Griner

"We have repeatedly asked for consular access to these detainees and have consistently been denied access," State Department says.

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A new spending bill approved by Biden also has language on Haiti policy

A massive spending bill signed by President Joe Biden on Tuesday to fund the federal government and provide $13.6 billion to address Russia’s invasion of Ukraine also includes language on accountability on Haiti and modification to U.S. policy toward the crisis-wracked Caribbean nation.

Miami Herald

American among civilians killed in Russian attack in Ukraine

The State Department has confirmed that an American citizen was killed in a Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Chernihiv

The Independent UK

US, Iran 'Close to Deal' on Reviving Nuclear Pact

The United States and Iran are near to reaching an agreement over reviving the 2015 deal on limiting Tehran's nuclear program, the State Department said Wednesday. "We are close to a possible deal, but we're not there yet," said State Department spokesman Ned Price.

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CEOs turn to foreign policy experts to navigate Ukraine conflict

American CEOs are building mini-State Departments to navigate the uncertainties of a war and world increasingly unbound by norms and institutions.

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Blinken discussed Ukraine's security needs with foreign minister

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Tuesday to discuss Ukraine's security needs in its conflict with Russia, the U.S. State Department said.

Reuters

U.S. will not allow Russia to use Iran deal as 'escape hatch' for Ukraine sanctions -State Dept

The United States will not sanction Russian participation in nuclear projects in Iran under a revived nuclear deal, but would not allow Russia to use the deal as an "escape hatch" to evade Ukraine-related sanctions, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Tuesday.

Reuters

Benjamin Hall: State Department vows to do ‘everything’ to help reporter injured in Ukraine

Hall was injured, photographer killed in attack blamed on Russia

The Independent UK

U.S. still engaging with Russia on Iran deal despite Ukraine - U.S. official

The United States continues to engage with Russia on reviving the Iran nuclear deal, a senior U.S. State Department official said on Tuesday, saying Moscow may now grasp that Ukraine-related sanctions should not affect the accord's implementation.

Reuters

Families of Americans detained in Venezuela ask Biden to stay the course in Maduro talks

WASHINGTON — The families of eight U.S. citizens who remain imprisoned in Venezuela have come to President Joe Biden’s defense over his outreach to the nation’s autocratic leader, Nicolás Maduro, asking him to stay the course with dialogue in the face of political headwinds at home.

Miami Herald

U.S. open to 'diplomatic alternatives' if Russia blocks return to Iran deal

Washington would be open to "diplomatic alternatives" to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon if a deadlock sparked by sanctions against Russia makes a formal return to the 2015 nuclear deal impossible, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Monday.

Reuters

Sullivan raised concerns over China's support for Russia in Rome meeting -State Dept

A U.S. delegation led by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan "raised directly and very clearly" concerns over China's support for Russia during a meeting with China's top diplomat Yang Jiechi in Rome, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Monday.

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Report: Missiles may have targeted U.S. consulate in Erbil, Iraq

"There is no damage or casualties at any U.S. Government facility," a State Department spokesperson told Axios.

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Biden to Authorize Further $200M for Ukraine

US President Joe Biden is authorizing the State Department to provide additional aid to Ukraine of up to $200 million. The funds would cover weapons as well as military services, education and training as Ukrainians seek to repel a Russian invasion. The aid is part of broader US support in…

Reuters

U.S. ready to take diplomatic steps Ukraine will find helpful - State Dept

The United States is willing to take diplomatic steps that the Ukrainian government would find helpful, a State Department spokesperson said on Saturday, after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the West should be more involved in negotiations to end the war.

The Independent UK

US pays $2M a month to protect Pompeo, aide from Iran threat

The State Department says it's paying more than $2 million per month to provide 24-hour security to former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and a former top aide

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Report: U.S. Rep. Colin Allred Working to Get Brittney Griner Released From Russia

Texas Rep. Colin Allred said he’s working with the State Department to arrange for Griner’s return to the U.S.

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Blinken, Kuleba discuss efforts to provide additional security, humanitarian assistance to Ukraine

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba had a telephonic conversation and discussed their coordinated efforts to provide Ukraine with additional security and humanitarian assistance, State Department spokesperson Ned Price said in a readout.

Reuters

Top U.S., Ukraine diplomats discuss additional aid for Ukraine

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, in a phone call on Wednesday, discussed additional security and humanitarian support for Ukraine after Russia's invasion, the State Department said in a statement.

Reuters

U.S. adds 9 Nicaraguans to 'Corrupt and Undemocratic' list

The U.S. government on Wednesday barred nine Nicaraguan lawmakers, officials and judges from entry into the United States, accusing them of undermining democracy in the Central American country, the State Department said.

Tribune News Service

Ukrainian refugees face long waits for visas

WASHINGTON — Andrey Plaksin, a Ukrainian-born immigration lawyer based in Miami, wakes up each morning by 6 a.m. and turns on the news in preparation for another long day of fielding calls and emails from potential clients, all hoping to get their relatives out of Eastern Europe.

Reuters

U.S. bars Ecuador's ex-president over alleged corruption -statement

The United States has barred former Ecuadorean President Abdala Bucaram from entering the country, citing his alleged involvement in corruption, including accepting bribes and stealing public funds, the State Department said on Wednesday.

Roll Call

Backlogs force Ukrainians to face long visa waits - Roll Call

Millions have fled Ukraine following Russia’s invasion, but those hoping to secure a U.S. visa will likely face long wait times.

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