United States Department of State
American representatives met with Putin and Zelenskyy in Moscow and Kyiv. Witkoff reported progress and possible new trilateral talks.
In Nepal, 1,344 people have died and nearly 4,900 are missing. In Tibet, 31 deaths and 531 missing people have been reported.
The U. S. Embassy recommended that Americans refrain from making a pilgrimage to Uman due to the threat of strikes and a lack of shelters. Travel to Ukraine is prohibited under State Department advisories.
Washington plans to cut off Iran's external ties and strengthen sanctions against Tehran and its allies, including Russia. Bessent called on countries not to support the regime.
The U. S. Department of State urged citizens not to travel to Ukraine because of the war and missile attacks. The embassy in Kyiv continues to operate.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
The Trump administration has suspended visa interview appointments for applicants worldwide due to global training for consular staff. Applicants are having their appointments rescheduled, while the policy of tightening immigration faces legal obstacles.
The US is not currently planning new strikes on Iran, focusing instead on sanctions and a naval blockade. A military response has not been ruled out in the event of an attack by Tehran.
The Trump administration may revoke up to 200,000 B1 and B2 visas from foreigners who have filed or are filing asylum applications. The decision is being prepared jointly with the Department of Homeland Security.
A federal judge ruled the ban on immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries unlawful. The Trump administration may appeal the decision.
Marco Rubio met with Oman’s ambassador in Washington after Trump threatened to bomb the country over talks with Iran.
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella asked Donald Trump to temporarily suspend tariffs to help businesses after a magnitude 7. 4 earthquake claimed the lives of 289 people. The United States allocated $26.5 million in aid to rebuild the affected regions.
Democrats Warren and Coons are demanding an explanation of why the United States suspended sanctions against Russia for 17 months despite fruitless peace negotiations. They point out that the last serious restrictions were imposed in October 2025, and that Russia easily evades them.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the creation of a task force to combat birth tourism.
The United States accused China of providing insufficient warning about the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on July 6. China rejected the accusation, stating that safety measures were in place and that notification had been given in advance.
In its 2026 report, the U. S. State Department praised Ukraine for providing open access to budget documents despite the war. At the same time, it noted that the Cabinet of Ministers maintains extrabudgetary accounts for military expenditures without an independent audit.
Russia pardoned the 32-year-old American on humanitarian grounds after four years in prison. He is headed to a military hospital in Texas for treatment.
Kyiv bought 70 M39 ATACMS missiles, 12 M270 MLRS launchers and thousands of cluster munitions from Ankara. The transfer of the weapons will begin after the 15-day review of the deal by the U.S. Congress.
The United States confirmed Spain’s sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, accusing the Sánchez government of being unable to protect its borders. Around 72,000 illegal migrants arrived in Ceuta last week.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband met in Washington, discussing the war in Ukraine and European security. The parties also reaffirmed their position on the Strait of Hormuz and preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador in response to Brazil's refusal to issue visas to American diplomats. Brazil called this political pressure, but did not expel the ambassador.
Syria has told the US it is ready to sharply cut purchases of Russian oil in exchange for the lifting of key sanctions. Washington has not made this an official condition, but has signaled that such a step would speed up Damascus's removal from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
The final round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the United States, has started in Rome and will last until Thursday. The parties are discussing the implementation of the Tripartite Agreement, the disarmament of Hezbollah, and the redeployment of Israeli forces.
The United States imposed sanctions against Russian military structures, including the Ground Forces, for violating the arms non-proliferation law regarding Iran, Syria, and North Korea. The restrictions took effect on July 24.
The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond program of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries. The rule will take effect on August 3, with most countries on the list being African.
The US State Department will begin issuing commemorative passports with a portrait of Donald Trump in August. Due to high demand, 250 thousand special documents will be released.
The US is considering delaying or blocking the candidacy of France's ambassador after Paris criticized the state of human rights in the US. The step could deepen the rift between allies.
Brazil denied visas to two senior State Department officials whom the Trump administration planned to send to the country ahead of the October 4 elections. The authorities regarded the planned visit as interference in the electoral process.
ASEAN ministers expressed concern over the resumption of hostilities in the Middle East. The Houthis announced a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, threatening global energy supplies.
The Israel Defense Forces have launched a pilot program for a partial withdrawal of troops from southern Lebanon, handing over control of three villages to the Lebanese army. Israel does not plan to fully leave the region until Hezbollah is disarmed.