#us-diplomacy

#us-diplomacy

The U.S. special envoy to Lebanon stated that discussions would be held on the long-term cessation of hostilities with Israel after Lebanon endorsed a U.S.-backed disarmament plan for Hezbollah.

The peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia, brokered by the United States, is a significant development after nearly four decades of conflict and creates new business opportunities.

The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a peace agreement at the White House, ending decades of conflict with US involvement, including key transportation routes.

A State Department spokesperson stated that mission-critical functions will be integrated elsewhere in the department, indicating that many offices eliminated had an outdated or duplicative purpose.

The canceling of the two stops followed quickly by Trump's new, higher tariffs on both undercuts the two pillars of U.S. strategy in Asia: our commitment to Asian security and our centrality to Asia growth and prosperity.

"PM Modi told President Trump clearly that during this period, there was no talk at any stage on subjects like India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan."

The US has ordered the departure of non-essential diplomatic staff from the Middle East as tensions rise, particularly due to threatened Iranian military action.

Despite positive trade talks, China's export restrictions on rare earths, crucial for high-tech industries, seem unlikely to ease, maintaining a tight grip on this strategic sector.

The family of US Air Force veteran Joseph St Clair confirmed his release on Tuesday, following his detention in November of last year. We are overwhelmed with joy.

The U.S. seeks to reset relations with the Vatican by focusing on collaboration to resolve the war in Ukraine, highlighting mutual commitments to peace.

The decision to close the U.S. Consulate in Basra and evacuate diplomats was prompted by safety concerns following a rocket attack, underscoring tensions with Iranian-backed militias.

As the military plans were put into action during a key diplomatic visit by President Biden, it underscores how seriously the Israeli government is treating the cessation of hostilities.