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US pledges $1 billion security aid to Colombia as Trump-endorsed president takes office

The US State Department announced late Friday that President Donald Trump's administration plans to provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia as the country's new right-wing President Abelardo De La Espriella was sworn into office. De la Espriella, who calls himself "The Tiger", vowed to "defeat narco-terrorists" in his…

France 24

Trump Staff Cuts Blamed After Watermarked OpenAI Map Mislabels Africa at AIDS Conference

A US State Department map made with OpenAI tools mislabelled every African country at the AIDS 2026 summit, and a former official blamed Trump's deep staffing cuts.

International Business Times UK

US State Department Outlines AI Expansion Strategy in New Enterprise Playbook

The US State Department's Generative AI Playbook outlines the development and expansion of StateChat, an AI chatbot, across diplomatic posts, offering a model for federal AI integration.

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Professor 'worried' after quote in 'AI' US government report 'justifying Cuba siege'

AN academic has revealed how he was “worried” after learning that he was cited in an official US State Department report which is seen as…

The National (Scotland)

Aid planes landing at partially reopened Venezuela airport after quakes

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Venezuela's Simon Bolivar International Airport was partially reopened Saturday and accepting cargo flights carrying aid including a field hospital, the US State Department's top foreign assistance official said.

Bangkok Post

US visa laws do not target India; H-1B rules part of global framework, clarifies State Dept official

A senior US State Department official stated that US visa laws are applied uniformly across all countries, including India, dispelling concerns about H-1B visas and immigration policies. The US aims to balance job opportunities for its citizens with facilitating necessary foreign talent for investment and economic growth.

The Economic Times

'US committed to 'next level' defence ties with India: State Dept Spox Tommy Pigott

The US reaffirms its strong strategic partnership with India. Washington clarifies its relationships with India and Pakistan are independent and not competitive. Defense cooperation with India is growing across all domains. This historic partnership focuses on ambitious agendas, including critical minerals and a free Indo-Pacific. Cooperation also targets combating narcotics…

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Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended for 45 days as peace talks continue

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days after two days of talks in Washington, offering a temporary diplomatic breakthrough in a conflict that has continued to claim lives despite the truce. The extension, announced by the US State Department on Friday, will keep the cessation…

The Times of India

An outsider artist takes the world's biggest stage with the US Pavilion at the Venice Biennale

U.S. artist Alma Allen had just months to prepare his exhibition for the Venice Biennale after a fraught selection process came down to the wire

The Independent UK

‘Extraction and distillation’: US State Department upgrades AI theft accusations to target China’s Deepseek, Moonshot AI and MiniMax

The State Department says Chinese AI companies are 'distilling' US AI models.

TechRadar

Trump's Iran War Is Keeping the World Away From America's World Cup — and Host Cities Are Already Feeling It

Hotel room rates in the US are dropping ahead of the 2026 World Cup due to geopolitical tensions and travel restrictions, impacting expected international visitor numbers.

International Business Times UK

Pakistan prepares to host US-Iran talks as ceasefire remains shaky

Islamabad is getting ready to host talks on Friday between the United States and Iran on a resolution to the war and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains at a standstill despite the ceasefire.

Euronews

UK named less safe than many EU countries for US travellers in official advice

American travel advice has placed the UK in a mid-tier safety category, as parts of Europe rank among the lowest-risk destinations amid rising global tensions

Evening Standard

'No one is entitled…': US secretary of state Marco Rubio doubles down on visa not a 'privilege' remark

US State Department has reiterated that visas are not a guaranteed right and can be taken away if foreign visitors act against America’s national interests, following remarks by secretary of state Marco Rubio during a visit to Hungary.

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US designates four European anti-fascist groups as terrorist organisations

The US State Department labelled four European far-left groups as terrorist organisations, including Germany's Antifa Ost and Italy's International Revolutionary Front.

Latin Times

$6.5 Billion Drug Bust Exposes Mexico's Role in Global Meth and Fentanyl Crisis

Interpol has announced a record seizure of synthetic drugs worth an estimated $6.5 billion in a sweeping operation that stretched across Asia and North America.

Al Jazeera

US State Department begins layoffs in Trump’s shake-up of diplomatic corps

Mass layoff came days after the Supreme Court cleared the way for US president to gut entire government positions.

International Business Times

US State Department Begins Mass Layoffs

More than 1,300 State Department employees were fired Friday in a downsizing ordered by President Donald Trump and touted as cutting bloated government -- but which critics predict will hamstring US influence around the world.

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Trump Admin Creates New 'Style Guide' Banning Use of Rhetoric Referring to Threat of White Supremacism

US State Department employees were recently issued a new internal "style guide" banning the term used to describe threats posed by white supremacist groups.

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Panama Denies Free Transit Deal For US Warships

Panama refutes U.S. claim of fee exemption for warships in Panama Canal, citing legal constraints and constitutional provisions.

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US Envoy In Venezuela For Special Mission On Criminals, Hostages

Richard Grenell's mission in Venezuela focuses on repatriating criminals and releasing detained Americans.

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US Allows Ukraine To Use Long-Range Missiles Against Russia

US confirms North Korean troops in Russian combat operations in Kursk. US supports Ukraine with long-range missiles against Russian aggression.

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US State Department Presses Israel For Explanation On Deadly Airstrike

US pressures Israel for answers on deadly Gaza airstrike, raising concerns over transparency and accountability in military operations.

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US State Department Issues Alert On Potential Protests At Facilities

US State Department issues caution alert due to potential protests at US and Israeli facilities following a call by Hamas for a 'Friday of Rage for Gaza'. ...

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Israel's Response To Iran's Ballistic Missile Strikes Uncertain

Israel's response to recent Iranian strikes on nuclear facilities remains uncertain. US officials await Israel's decision on potential retaliation amidst d...

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