United States Department of State

The US State Department is laying off 1,353 employees, including civil servants and diplomats, as part of a large-scale reorganization by the Trump administration. This move has drawn criticism regarding the potential weakening of America's global leadership.

The US Department of State plans to lay off hundreds of employees after a Supreme Court decision allowed job cuts. This reduction, which accounts for about 15% of the staff, aims to increase the department's efficiency.

A federal court in New Hampshire has temporarily blocked US President Donald Trump's executive order, which revokes automatic citizenship for children born in the United States. The decision has been postponed for seven days to allow for an appeal.

US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce stated that the final decision on Washington's further steps in Russia's war against Ukraine rests with US President Donald Trump. The State Department conveys Russia's proposals to the head of the White House, as to end the war, it is necessary to "talk to everyone at any time."

Marco Rubio, head of the US State Department, announced sanctions against Francesca Albanese, the UN Human Rights Council's special rapporteur. The reason cited was her actions, allegedly aimed at prompting the International Criminal Court to act against American and Israeli officials.

Pentagon chief Pete Haggett authorized the suspension of arms supplies to Ukraine last week without informing the White House. This is the second time in a year that Haggett has halted the flow of American weapons to Ukraine.

The administration of US President Donald Trump is considering providing Ukraine with an additional Patriot anti-aircraft missile system. This decision could be the first major weapons system provided to Kyiv without prior White House approval under President Biden.

The Supreme Court of the United States of America overturned a ruling that froze large-scale federal layoffs, known as "state reductions. " This decision could lead to the elimination of hundreds of thousands of jobs across various ministries.

An unknown individual, impersonating Secretary of State Marco Rubio, used an AI voice and Signal to contact five government officials, including three foreign ministers. The campaign began in mid-June 2025 using a fake account.

Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelensky that he did not stop arms supplies to Ukraine, but only ordered a review of the Pentagon's stockpiles. The US is ready to provide Ukraine with as much military assistance as it can allocate.

MFA spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhyi explained that Donald Trump avoids a direct answer regarding arms sales to Ukraine due to Americans' understanding of the ongoing peace process. According to him, the US seeks to incline Russia towards certain steps, which is why the wording is cautious.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth unilaterally suspended military aid to Ukraine for the third time, despite military conclusions that there was no threat to US stockpiles. This decision surprised the State Department, Congress, and European allies, drawing bipartisan criticism.

The US Environmental Protection Agency sent 139 employees on administrative leave. This happened after the publication of a letter criticizing the US government for "harmful deregulation" and "ignoring scientific consensus."

The US State Department stated that arms supplies to Ukraine have not ceased, but only been reviewed. President Trump remains committed to the obligations regarding the transfer of Patriot missiles.

The Pentagon's decision to suspend some arms supplies to Ukraine came as a surprise to many, including members of Congress and European allies. The move caused concern and disappointment, especially among Republicans, due to the influence of official Elbridge Colby.

The US called on Tehran to resume cooperation with the IAEA, which was suspended after attacks on nuclear facilities. US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce called Iran's decision unacceptable.

The United States of America is discontinuing USAID programs, and the State Department will now manage all foreign aid. This decision was made after an analysis revealed that USAID's activities do not serve U.S. national interests.

The US State Department canceled the visas of the band Bob Vylan due to calls for "death to the Israel Defense Forces" at the Glastonbury Festival. This decision contradicts American values, stated Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.

60 congressional Democrats are demanding that Secretary of State Marco Rubio abandon plans to cut State Department staff. They oppose firing 700 diplomats and canceling entrance exams for service.

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.