The Latest Breaking News from The State Department

US State Department Withholds 18 Documents Concerning Prince Harry in Freedom of Information Case

The US State Department has withheld 18 documents related to Prince Harry's visa, citing privacy and immigration law exemptions, amid ongoing legal battles over his visa records.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Trump Promised To End Foreign Aid. Now He's Giving Christian Groups Nearly $2 Billion.

The administration says faith-based organizations deliver aid more efficiently, but offers no data to support that claim—and its preference for religious providers raises constitutional questions.

Reason · Aug 12

Marco Rubio jokes he would ask Donald Trump to bomb Paraguay if he goes on a keto diet: 'Just because I haven't had any sugar'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he once tried a keto diet four to five years ago and it was a near-psychotic experience for him without any sugar and carbohydrates. In an interview with Katie Miller, Rubio's wife spilled his love for sugar and divulged his diet while Rubio shared…

The Times of India · Aug 12

Putin Pardons Ailing Ex-US Marine Robert Gilman on Humanitarian Grounds Following Crunch Talks With Trump

Former US Marine Robert Gilman has been released from Russian custody after four years, following a humanitarian pardon by President Putin due to Gilman's deteriorating health and diplomatic pressure.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

U.S. Pledged $15.5 Million to Colombia After Deadly 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake

The United States is providing $15.5 million in emergency assistance to Colombia after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the country's western region Monday, killing more than 100 people and leaving widespread destruction as rescue teams continued searching for survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings.

Latin Times · Aug 11

Trump Administration Has Revoked More Than 175,000 U.S. Visas as Immigration Crackdown Expands

The Trump administration has revoked more than 175,000 visas held by foreign nationals since President Donald Trump returned to office, a sharp escalation in the government's scrutiny of legal immigration as the State Department expands continuous vetting of people authorized to travel to the United States.

Latin Times · Aug 11

US prosecutors want Tate brothers to remain in custody over ‘flight risk’

The UK has until mid-September to provide evidence to the State Department to support extradition

The Independent UK · Aug 11

Colombia earthquake kills 132, injures 570; hospital patients trapped under rubble

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring 570. Pereira, the hardest-hit city, reported 60 deaths and faced widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are underway for patients trapped after a hospital partially collapsed in Cali. Air travel across western Colombia was disrupted, with several airports closed…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

More than 1,75,000 visas revoked so far in Trump's second term: Majority due to criminal activities, DUI

The US State Department has taken a bold step by revoking more than 175,000 visas for foreign nationals, primarily due to criminal activity and the misuse of the immigration system. This move follows serious law enforcement encounters resulting in visa cancellations. Additionally, the administration is tightening rules that could affect…

The Times of India · Aug 10

Hundreds of Mexican Consulate Workers Face Losing Legal Status in the U.S. as Visas Expire

Mexico's Foreign Minister said in July that the government had managed to extend the visas for more than eight years and would continue exploring options

Latin Times · Aug 10