United States Department of State

US Ambassador to the Russian Federation Lynne Tracy is completing her mission in Moscow. She has held this position since January 30, 2023

The White House proposes to stop funding programs that investigate war crimes in various countries, including Ukraine. This also applies to the Global Rights Compliance project, which collects evidence of crimes such as sexual violence and torture.

Since July 1, Yale University's humanitarian research laboratory, which documented Russian war crimes, including the abduction of Ukrainian children, has ceased operations. This happened due to the cessation of funding from the Trump administration, which could lead to the disappearance of most data on abducted children and the abducted children themselves.

The US and UK embassies in Qatar have urged their citizens to be careful following a US air attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. Qatar has temporarily suspended air traffic and increased security measures, as have Bahrain and Kuwait.

The US Department of State has urged American citizens to exercise increased caution abroad due to the escalation in the Middle East. This warning is prompted by the conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as possible demonstrations against US interests.

A US federal court has indefinitely blocked the Donald Trump administration's ban on accepting international students at Harvard University. This decision extends the temporary injunction issued after the Trump administration revoked Harvard's certification in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.

European officials are trying to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, and the United States is considering its decision on the conflict within two weeks. The situation remains dangerous, but there is a window for a diplomatic solution.

During a massive Russian strike on Kyiv on June 17, 62-year-old American volunteer Fred Grandy died. He arrived in Ukraine in May, devastated by the US's turning away from the war, and wanted to help.

The US State Department has resumed the process of issuing student visas, requiring applicants to provide access to social media. The goal is to identify hostile attitudes towards the USA. New applicants who refuse may be denied a visa.

The US has begun evacuating its citizens from Israel using sea cruise liners due to the suspension of air travel. Registration in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program is required to participate.

The US Embassy in Jerusalem will be closed until June 20 due to the security situation caused by Iranian shelling. The State Department is ready to assist Americans in leaving Israel if needed.

The US State Department confirmed the death of an American citizen as a result of the strike on Kyiv and expressed condolences. Russia attacked Kyiv with drones and missiles, destroying residential buildings.

The United States initiated a break in the dialogue with Russia on the normalization of bilateral relations. According to Russian presidential aide Yuriy Ushakov, there is no specific date for the next meeting yet.

The Donald Trump administration curtailed an interagency group that was meant to compel Russia to negotiate with Ukraine. Trump expressed doubts about U.S. mediation in this process.

The US State Department has updated its travel warning for Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, raising the threat level to maximum. The reason is the deteriorating security situation and unstable environment.

Brent crude rose to $78 a barrel, the biggest jump since 2022. Israel has struck Iran's nuclear program, raising fears of oil supply disruptions.

The US is urging its citizens to be cautious due to tensions in the Middle East and North Africa. Some personnel are being evacuated due to fears of Iranian action, Israel is ready for an operation in Iran.

All members of the Fulbright Scholarship Board have resigned, accusing the Trump administration of interfering with the program. They stressed that this violates academic independence and the Fulbright-Hays Act.

US officials have received information about Israel's full readiness for an operation in Iran. The US is evacuating personnel from the Middle East due to tensions.

The US is evacuating diplomats and their families from the Middle East due to tensions between Iran and Israel. The State Department is preparing to order the evacuation of non-essential personnel from embassies.

U. S. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller condemned the overnight attacks by Russia and stressed the need to immediately end the war.

The United States is Ukraine's biggest supporter, said a spokeswoman for the State Department. Washington supports the transfer of air defense systems to Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report on the visit to the USA, where they discussed defense, sanctions against the Russian Federation, diplomacy, protection of freedom and countering disinformation. They also discussed preparations for a meeting with Trump.

Donald Trump signed a decree banning the entry into the United States of most foreign students planning to study at Harvard. The reason is the accusation of the university in connection with Chinese researchers.

According to the State Department spokeswoman, the US supports the bilateral efforts of Ukraine and Russia in resolving the conflict. Progress has been made in 4 months, including the exchange of prisoners of war.

The Trump administration remains silent on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. This may indicate a shift in the US approach to mediating the war.

The US State Department confirmed that Rubio's conversation with Lavrov took place at the request of Russia. They discussed the negotiations in Istanbul and the achievement of a lasting peace.

The Russian Foreign Minister and the US Secretary of State had a phone conversation regarding the war in Ukraine. Plans for resuming negotiations in Istanbul were also discussed.

Trump and Rubio are serious about the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. The decision will be made taking into account the developments during the two-week period.

Elon Musk is officially stepping down as an advisor to Trump, having achieved less success than planned. During his tenure, he managed to make statements regarding Ukraine and provoke a number of conflicts.