Author: Office of the Spokesperson

Today, the United States and Sweden signed the Agreement on Technology Safeguards Associated with U.S. Participation in Space Launches from Sweden, or the U.S.-Sweden Technology Safeguards Agreement. The Agreement, upon entry into force, provides the legal and technical framework for U.S. commercial space launches from Swedish spaceports while ensuring proper handling of sensitive technology. The […]

The State Department is committed to protecting our nation and our citizens by upholding the highest standards of national security and public safety through our visa process.  A U.S. visa is a privilege, not a right. We use all available information in our visa screening and vetting to identify visa applicants who are inadmissible to […]

Office of the Spokesperson June 16, 2025 — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to discuss developments in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. According to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, both officials reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining close coordination and supporting diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.  They discussed President Trump’s historic visit and the importance of the U.S.-UAE strategic partnership to promote security and prosperity. The Secretary thanked the Foreign Minister for […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Kazakhstan Deputy Prime Minister-Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu today to reiterate the United States’ commitment to Kazakhstan’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Secretary Rubio and Deputy Prime Minister-Foreign Minister Nurtleu discussed expanding opportunities for bilateral trade and investment, and the importance […]

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and the Kingdom of Spain. Begin Text: The Kingdom of Spain hosted a meeting of senior diplomatic officials from the Small Group of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS/Daesh today in Madrid.  Spanish Deputy Minister of Foreign and Global Affairs Diego Martínez […]

The Department of State is pleased to announce the White House’s approval of Ambassador William E. Grayson as Commissioner General for the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.  Ambassador Grayson’s selection continues a long tradition of civic-minded leaders representing the President in advancing America’s foreign policy interests at these global mega-events. Ambassador Grayson brings a […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani in Washington, D.C. on May 23. Secretary Rubio and Prime Minister Barzani discussed opportunities to further increase trade and investment between the United States and the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (IKR). The […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares in Washington, DC.  Secretary Rubio acknowledged and thanked Spain for fulfilling its prior pledge to hit two percent defense spending by 2025, but stressed that more must be done.  In addition, the Secretary […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce:  Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani about the urgent need for a ceasefire in Ukraine and a path to durable peace. The two leaders also discussed our nations’ enduring friendship and unity on a multitude of foreign policy issues.  Secretary […]