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July 17, 2025

State Department says US 'unequivocally condemns' Israeli airstrike in Syria, calls for 'dialogue'

The State Department condemned recent Israeli strikes in Syria, and Secretary Marco Rubio announced a U.S.-brokered agreement between Israel and Syria to end immediate violence.

July 17, 2025

Rubio bans overseas outposts commenting on foreign elections unless there's 'clear and compelling' US interest

Under Secretary Rubio's directive, the U.S. State Department will focus on election outcomes over processes, requiring senior approval for statements on foreign elections.

July 16, 2025

Iran faces August deadline to accept comprehensive nuclear deal or face renewed UN sanctions

Secretary Rubio and European foreign ministers set an August deadline for Iran's nuclear deal, which could trigger the snapback mechanism reimposing all U.N. sanctions.

July 16, 2025

Rubio says Israel strike on Syrian military headquarters ‘likely a misunderstanding’

Clashes between Druze and Bedouin communities in southern Syria prompt Israeli military action as Secretary Rubio expresses hope for de-escalation amid Middle East peace efforts.

July 16, 2025

'It's sort of scary': Officials flag surprising revelations from deep State Department cuts

Senior officials eliminate 3,000 positions in the biggest State Department reorganization since the Cold War, citing waste while critics warn of damage to U.S. diplomacy.

July 15, 2025

Mike Waltz faces post-Signalgate ‘brutal’ grilling from Dems in UN ambassador hearing

Democrats will likely zero in on Mike Waltz's involvement setting up a Signal group chat to discuss plans about strikes against the Houthis during his confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador.

July 11, 2025

State Department to axe 1,800 employees

Nearly 2,000 State Department employees face layoffs in a reorganization plan that amounts to a 15% workforce reduction under the Trump administration.

July 10, 2025

Russia gives Rubio a 'new and different approach' as Trump pushes for peace with Ukraine

Marco Rubio and Sergei Lavrov exchanged new ideas for ending the Ukraine conflict amid Trump's consideration of increased sanctions against Russia and military aid to Ukraine

July 9, 2025

State Department investigating Rubio AI impersonator who contacted US, foreign officials

The State Department is investigating a Secretary of State Marco Rubio imposter who reportedly used AI software in an attempt to dupe officials.

July 3, 2025

Rubio recalls top US diplomat from Colombia after 'baseless' statements from officials

Rubio recalled the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires from Colombia amid tensions after "baseless statements" from Colombian officials, while affirming Colombia remains an essential partner.