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Iran will be ‘held accountable’ for any actions against US in Iraq: State Dept.
The United States warned on Monday that it will do everything possible “to deter the Shia militias” aligned with Iran from attacking US ... Middle East -
US State Department warns Americans against China travel over virus
The US State Department increased its travel advisory for China on Thursday, as the death toll from a fast spreading virus rose to over 200 and the ... World News -
US forces attacked 14 times in past year near Baghdad: State Dept
American personnel and bases were targeted 14 times near Baghdad in 2019, according to a senior adviser at the US State Department. “Before ... Middle East -
Washington says Baghdad failed to ‘protect’ Americans
Washington on Monday accused Iraqi authorities of having failed to “protect” US interests, the day after deadly American air strikes ... Middle East -
Turkey releases detained US scientist: State Department
Turkey on Wednesday released Serkan Golge, a NASA scientist with dual US-Turkish citizenship whose nearly three-year detention has soured relations ... World News -
US sets up $75 mln grant to combat Iranian ‘disinformation’ in Syria
The United States State Department has set up a $75 million grant to be spent in Syria to combat ISIS and the “disinformation” ... Middle East -
Ted Cruz questions US State Department official over Iranian nuclear research
Sen. Ted Cruz pressed a US diplomat on Wednesday on why the State Department continues to grant waivers to Iran to continue its nuclear program and ... World News -
US says supports transition in Sudan led by civilians
The United States supports a democratic and peaceful transition in Sudan led by civilians who represent all Sudanese, the State Department said on ... Middle East -
US State Department slams Iran’s Khamenei on Anti-Corruption Day
The US State Department on Sunday criticized the rampant corruption in Iran saying the Iranian government was “full of corrupt hypocrites.&rdquo ... World News -
US tags Iran anew as top terror sponsor, global attacks fall
The United States has once again named Iran as the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism, accusing it of intensifying numerous conflicts and ... Middle East -
Tillerson to meet Lebanon’s Hariri in Paris on Friday
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will meet Lebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri in Paris on Friday, the State Department said in a statement on ... Middle East -
US will help restore water, power to Raqqa after fall of ISIS
The United States will take the lead in helping to clear rubble and restore basic services after the fall of ISIS in ts Syrian stronghold of Raqqa, ... World News -
US offers $12 million for Hezbollah operatives
The United States on Tuesday offered multimillion-dollar rewards for two officials of the Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah as the Trump ... Middle East -
US cuts embassy staff in Cuba, warns citizens not to visit
The United States is cutting its diplomatic presence in Havana by more than a half and will warn US citizens not to visit Cuba because of targeted ... World News -
Iran upholds 10-year jail terms for 3 US nationals, resident
The Iranian judiciary on Sunday upheld 10-year jail terms for an American, two US-Iranian dual nationals and a Lebanese permanent resident of the ... Middle East -
US State Department says Russia must close consulate within two days
The United States is requiring Russia to close its consulate in San Francisco and two annex buildings in Washington, DC and New York City, the State ... World News -
US to ban visas for four African and Asian countries
The US government is poised to impose visa restrictions on four Asian and African nations refusing to take back their citizens who have been deported ... World News -
US says ‘grave’ consequences if Syria’s al-Qaeda dominates Idlib
The United States warned a takeover of rebel-held northwestern Idlib province by Syrian militants linked to a former al-Qaeda affiliate would have ... Middle East -
‘Rexit’ by year’s end? Reports suggest Tillerson contemplating resignation
Washington D.C. - US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is reportedly frustrated and disappointed by President Donald Trump so much that he is ... Features -
Highlights from the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit
Over three days 700 entrepreneurs and 300 investors from 170 countries forged connections during GES 2016 Middle East -
US watchdog says Clinton email server broke government rules
The State Department inspector general report is the first official audit of the controversial arrangement to be made public World News -
Kerry to meet Saudi FM in London amid Iran tensions
Washington and Riyadh have been close allies for decades Middle East -
Clinton struggled to fit in with Obama's White House, emails show
In an email to two aides on June 8, 2009, Clinton was unsure if the White House had held a Cabinet meeting and whether she should attend World News -
U.S. offers multi-million dollar rewards for ISIS group leaders
The State Department announced Tuesday that it would pay up to $7 million for any information Middle East -
U.S. restates Assad must go as war enters 5th year
Last year was the deadliest yet in the conflict, with at least 76,000 people - over 200 a day Middle East -
U.S. establishes policy for exports of armed drones
The State Department said it would allow exports of lethal U.S. military drones under strict conditions World News -
Kerry marks Hindu festival of lights at State Department
The festival of lights, as it is commonly known, is celebrated across India Variety -
U.S. diplomats banned from Ice Bucket Challenge
‘Federal government ethics rules prevent us from using our public offices… for private gain,’ said a State Department spokeswoman Variety -
U.S. blacklists Islamist militants in Iraq, Syria
The move aims to weaken ISIS and al-Qaeda’s Syrian wing, Nusra Front Middle East -
U.S. issues travel warning for Israel, West Bank and Gaza
A State Department warning said that all but non-essential travel should be avoided Middle East