US State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott stated that security guarantees for Ukraine must be part of any peace agreement.
US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Kyiv regarding the adoption of a peace plan, threatening to stop arms and intelligence supplies. POLITICO claims that Europe will not be able to fully replace American support, and Ukraine will face serious difficulties without US assistance.
The 28-point US peace plan, unveiled last week, is based on a Russian document submitted to the Trump administration in October. That document contained Moscow's terms for ending the war, including concessions that Ukraine had previously rejected.
The administration of US President Donald Trump is expanding its powers regarding Venezuela, classifying Nicolás Maduro and his allies as members of a foreign terrorist organization. This will allow for new sanctions and provide the US with expanded military capabilities to strike Venezuelan territory.
US senators said Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Washington's peace plan Moscow's 'wish list'. Rubio later denied this, stating that the plan was developed based on proposals from Russia and Ukraine.
The U. S. Department of State has approved the sale of Patriot air defense system modernization services to Ukraine for $105 million. This will improve Ukraine's ability to counter threats and ensure its self-defense.
The Trump administration has issued a directive allowing the denial of immigration visas to the US for overweight foreigners. Obesity is included in the list of diseases that can cause significant financial costs to the healthcare system.
Over $5 billion in US arms exports to support NATO allies and Ukraine have been delayed due to the government shutdown. This affects deliveries of AMRAAM missiles, Aegis combat systems, and HIMARS to Denmark, Croatia, and Poland.
The United States of America and Hungary signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of nuclear energy on November 7. The document provides for negotiations on cooperation in the civilian nuclear industry, including small modular reactors and spent fuel storage.
Donald Trump has cut refugee admissions to a record low of 7,500 for the 2026 fiscal year, prioritizing white Africans from South Africa. The decision also includes transferring oversight of the refugee program from the State Department to the Department of Health and Human Services.
The US has lifted sanctions against Milorad Dodik and members of his family following the Bosnian Serb leader's resignation as president of Republika Srpska. Dozens of individuals and companies from the Serb part of Bosnia have also been removed from the OFAC list.
US President Donald Trump is using trade talks, tariff threats, and verbal rebukes to encourage countries to abandon their renewable energy commitments. This promotes the purchase of more American oil and liquefied natural gas.
The State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research expressed doubts about Putin's readiness for negotiations, while the CIA offered a more optimistic assessment. This divergence was reflected in the daily briefing for the US leader.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov plan to meet on October 23. The meeting is intended to agree on the terms of a future summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
The Parliament of Republika Srpska officially approved the resignation of pro-Russian leader Milorad Dodik and appointed Ana Trišić Babić as interim president until the November 23 elections. This decision was the first official confirmation of Dodik's loss of office after a court ban on political activity.
Militants in the Gaza Strip launched an attack on Israeli troops in the Rafah area, provoking airstrikes by the Israel Defense Forces. The US warned of a possible violation of the truce by Hamas.
The United States has informed the guarantor countries of the Gaza peace agreement about intelligence data regarding Hamas's preparation for a new attack against the civilian population. This would be considered a serious violation of the agreements, jeopardizing the significant progress achieved through international mediation.
An international summit on peaceful settlement of the conflict in the Gaza Strip will be held in Egypt. Israel and Hamas are not invited "so as not to complicate open dialogue."
The Trump administration has prepared a classified legal opinion justifying lethal strikes against a wide range of drug cartels. The opinion argues that the president has the right to authorize such actions because the cartels' activities pose an immediate threat to the safety of Americans.
The US states that over 5,000 Cubans are participating in the war against Ukraine on the Russian side. Cuba and its president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, actively support Russian aggression, according to the State Department.
The US shutdown could lead to significant delays in arms supplies to Ukraine, as meetings between the Ukrainian delegation and American officials have been disrupted. Ukrainian delegations are reviewing their plans for visits to the US amid "massive attacks of unprecedented intensity" from Russia.
US President Donald Trump said a government shutdown is "likely," blaming Democrats for refusing to back down from their demands. The State Department plans to send most employees on unpaid leave if the federal government shuts down.
The US State Department plans to furlough more than half of its US-based employees if the government shuts down. Embassies and consulates abroad will continue to operate, providing services to citizens.
The US State Department has approved the sale of 400 AIM-120D-3 air-to-air missiles to Germany. The deal, including ancillary equipment and services, is valued at $1.23 billion.
The US Secretary of State stated that NATO would not shoot down Russian planes unless they attacked when violating the airspace of member countries of the Alliance. He emphasized that the US commitment to defend every inch of NATO territory remains unchanged.
The US State Department has approved the sale of Javelin missile systems to Poland, including 2,506 FGM-148F missiles and 253 launchers, for $780 million. This deal will strengthen Poland's defense capabilities and "support the security of a NATO ally."
BAE Systems and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have entered into a strategic partnership to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Poland. This aims to address the shortage of shells in Ukraine and among Poland's NATO partners.
The Trump administration ordered the destruction of a $9. 7 million shipment of USAID contraceptives intended for low-income countries. The supplies are stuck in a warehouse in Belgium, and offers from international organizations to distribute or sell them have been rejected.
US presidential representative John Cole announced the lifting of sanctions against Belavia during a meeting with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenka. The decision was made by Donald Trump and has already been approved by all key US agencies.
The US has introduced new rules for non-immigrant visas, now documents can only be submitted in the country of citizenship or permanent residence. For Ukrainians, two application points have been designated – Krakow and Warsaw, Kyiv is not included.
