The Latest Breaking News from The State Department

Americans Are Giving Up US Citizenship as Expatriation Figures Surge – And It's Not Just Because of Trump

A record 5,790 names appeared on the US expatriation list over four quarters, as political concerns, tax obligations and a sharply reduced renunciation fee shape the increase.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

US scholar invited to China for academic workshop vanishes in Yunnan, later declared ‘wrongfully detained’; Trump may raise case with Xi

US citizen and Myanmar-born scholar Min Zin has been designated as “wrongfully detained” by the US State Department after he disappeared in China following a trip for an academic workshop.

The Times of India · Sep 13

A New York jeweler has been released from prison in Iran but is banned from leaving war-torn country

A New York jeweler has been released from prison in Iran, but he is prohibited from leaving the country

The Independent UK · Sep 11

US to sell Bell helicopters worth $150 million to Iraq

The US State Department has approved a potential $150 million helicopter sale to Iraq. This significant military package includes Bell 412EPX helicopters and essential related equipment. The proposed sale aims to enhance Iraq's airlift and operational capabilities for troop and logistics transport. This move supports US foreign policy and national…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

US approves possible $188 million F-16 support for Oman

The US State Department has approved a potential $188 million military sale to Oman. This package will provide sustainment services and equipment for Oman's F-16 aircraft fleet. The proposed sale aims to strengthen Oman's military capabilities and address security threats. It will also enhance interoperability with the United States and…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

US lawmakers urge State Secy to boost Nepal flood relief, deploy DART, rebuild aid of $4-5 billion

US lawmakers urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to boost Nepal flood relief efforts. They requested deploying a Disaster Assistance Response Team for search and rescue operations. Additional humanitarian aid and reconstruction support were also strongly recommended by the group. The lawmakers emphasized using advanced US technology to locate missing…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

US approves $5 billion sale of bombs to Saudi Arabia to enhance security of 'major non-NATO ally'

The United States announced a significant arms sale to Saudi Arabia. This proposed sale includes bombs and guidance kits valued at five billion dollars. The equipment aims to bolster Saudi Arabia's defense against regional threats. This move strengthens homeland defense and interoperability with allied forces. The deal supports US foreign…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

The Latest: Former labor secretary oversaw hostile work environment, misused funds, report finds

According to a new report from the department’s Office of Inspector General, former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer oversaw a “toxic, intimidating and humiliating” work environment and engaged in numerous violations of department policy

The Independent UK · Sep 4

US diversity visa 2026: State Department resumes Green Card Lottery visa issuance; winners face Sept 30 deadline

In a major relief for thousands of immigrants hoping to move to the US through the Diversity Visa programme, the State Department has resumed issuing Diversity Immigrant Visas after a court order ended a months-long pause. The State Department confirmed that it resumed Diversity Visa issuance on August 28, 2026,…

The Times of India · Sep 3

US warns Indian EB-1 green cards may become unavailable before September 30 amid high demand

Indian applicants may soon see EB-1 green card numbers unavailable due to high demand. Existing backlogs persist for Indian applicants in EB-2 and EB-3 categories. The EB-2 category for India remains unavailable in the current visa bulletin. Long waits continue for EB-3 applicants, with dates stretching back years. These delays…

The Economic Times · Sep 3