State Department - Page 21

July 31

US, UK and a dozen other nations call out Iran attempts to ‘kill, kidnap, harass’ citizens

More than a dozen Western countries, including US, U.K., issue joint statement calling out Iranian intelligence services for targeting citizens in assassination and kidnapping plots.

July 29

Tammy Bruce warns Russia needs to 'take Trump seriously' after moving deadline

State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce discusses former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev's response to President Donald Trump moving his ceasefire deadline as the president continues securing trade deals. 

July 28

Trump's reported snub of Taiwan president spurs concerns over deference to China

The Trump admin is reportedly prohibiting Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te from stopping over in New York City while en route to diplomatic meetings in Central America.

July 28

Relief efforts will not stop in Gaza despite hostages still being held

State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce discusses the relief efforts the Trump administration has made to assist the people of Gaza on 'The Story.'

July 27

Iran's Africa activities pose 'significant threats to US national security'

Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Jim Risch joins State Department in warning about Iran's expanding influence in Africa through uranium acquisition, weapons sales and religious indoctrination.

July 27

Rubio rips Venezuela's Maduro as 'narco-terrorist' leader threatening US one year after disputed election

Secretary of State Marco Rubio shreds Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, calling him leader of narco-terrorist group Cartel de los Soles.

July 26

Marco Rubio: Trump is the 'ultimate closer'

State Secretary Marco Rubio breaks down how he's reforming his department and global negotiations, especially with Russia, on 'My View with Lara Trump.'

July 24

US pulls team from ceasefire talks in Qatar after Israel does the same, claiming Hamas is acting in bad faith

The U.S. has withdrawn from Doha ceasefire talks after Hamas' response showed a "lack of desire" for an agreement. Israel also pulled negotiators amid escalating demands.

July 23

Rubio opens investigation into Harvard's use of international visas, citing national security

The State Department opened an investigation into Harvard University's international visa sponsorship eligibility, citing national security concerns.

July 23

American man from Oklahoma 'brutally executed' by Syrian-backed jihadis

Amid the recent outbreak of Syrian government-sponsored violence targeting the Druze minority, the dire plight of minorities, including Christians and Kurds, continues to warrant concern.