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When asked about a New Republic report that the department had terminated a contract with the Yale School of Public Health's Humanitarian Research Lab (a project that had been tracking reports of Ukrainian children allegedly abducted since Russia's invasion), the spokesperson said she could not confirm the report at the briefing and would take the question back and provide details later.

The spokesperson expressed support for the work of journalists and news outlets that have helped document human-rights issues abroad, and said that the U.S. has a long-standing commitment to facilitating voices that might otherwise not be heard. She also acknowledged that staffing and budget changes have affected reporters and said the situation is new and subject to further developments.

What the briefing did not provide: No confirmation, dates or contract numbers were given about the Yale matter, and the department did not detail next steps for USAGM funding or how affected reporting operations will be supported going forward.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Department of State Press Briefing - March 17, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At the briefing, the spokesperson described funding and organizational changes affecting Voice of America and related outlets as a fluid situation and said the department could not confirm a reported termination of a Yale School of Public Health contract.","taxTitle","US Department of State","taxId",9719,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6127209,"State Department announces sanctions on Iran's oil minister and signals visa revocations for campus violence supporters",84,141970,226730,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d&start=141&end=226","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d/thumbnail_141970.jpg","/articles/6127209/State-Department-announces-sanctions-on-Irans-oil-minister-and-signals-visa-revocations-for-campus-violence-supporters","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6127209-560bb4fbb4b2ac3aeeff9390a926133c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775497651&Signature=CRm-bE9bcS3pEloi-MpMzVyj9Ta8iScFUqQKSZhVxXxjmQd9iCfAlMHU5Y9olkbaqmgSirbct-biC99GycRjWlubhmEVXzAPaTmnVHdQCULq9PJ2ym9f6u654~XFJP44lVtJV9UqyivAgSF8bNiLkzPrMYzV5cXkklExWYCC39p5lg8dASLlxoFasquhvZP3qe06B1ncUEbaGUpz0tlzg16XzuIBLvk1rBoM6RT1zynlWEK3pOjpau-zFZ~6404wsgHZTWbzyxp1Oh-sjHpmegD360R6cXjNvw5DVaw2XZB5erMT9ZVsIhGOmcFO7bsJuluPbwUVM2SnMc96-4QhfQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The State Department announced sanctions on Iran's oil minister and on a network described as a \"shadow fleet\" that the department said facilitates Iran's illicit crude oil trade. The spokesperson said the measures aim to stop revenue that the department contends fuels regional conflict and nuclear advances.

At the same briefing the department said it would consider revoking visas of foreigners who have supported Hamas and engaged in antisemitic harassment, intimidation, vandalism or violence on U.S. college campuses. The spokesperson said the department intends to use its authority to revoke visas when information indicates a visa holder may be inadmissible or ineligible under U.S. immigration law.

The spokesperson framed the sanctions as part of a tougher posture to cut revenue streams the department says support Iran-backed proxies. On visa policy, the department emphasized that actions — not protected speech alone — are the basis for ineligibility, and said decisions may be subject to court review.

What the briefing did not include: The department did not provide names or identifying details for individuals whose visas might be revoked, nor did it announce a specific list or a timeline for broader revocations. The spokesperson also said that visa-review work is being done under a separate presidential executive order and that no definitive list exists at the department level that would be acted upon immediately.

Officials said they would litigate decisions as necessary and that the United States seeks to protect national security while respecting legal processes.","The State Department announced sanctions on Iran's oil minister and a 'shadow fleet' facilitating illicit crude oil trade and said it will consider revoking visas of foreigners who supported Hamas or engaged in antisemitic harassment on U.S. campuses.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":78,"_45":90,"_47":91,"_49":81,"_51":92,"_53":93,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":94,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":95,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6127214,"U.S. orders strikes to deter Houthi attacks on shipping, warns attacks must stop",889,1031900,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d&start=141&end=1031","/articles/6127214/US-orders-strikes-to-deter-Houthi-attacks-on-shipping-warns-attacks-must-stop","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6127214-8a29c2d692994f678bdafba75deadec9/orig.mp4?Expires=1775497652&Signature=OjFpbM9GH5DA8w-n33qCzcYnupJdRYm3AGC9Zp4xDyL0JN3r9wEOB3NA5DJusbcfD72b6Y6so9J9otE2Hr~WouqUtkx07DEO4XECz0xLP9GyGeZKIT-g-~nTcyhKMyFEKxaGBVxXb5K5eij0XAJ4NFVFB6mQdOpFVdTxASjEpG56DNb3TOfkBx2b~6NN7JSv2WlES0IoWFspKslULXSUSKodAHqttjCWQkjZXd0ngj5cAWOiPJ030HE1oCeeNgNhWqS9mwkGXza0F1iGtY7NE2EU4ukxzZ-5iqwsEBBRif3pnuXxjxmJFR5MPWtUvI-ZHlLfmFQqdoLO~mX3LKkrxQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The State Department said President Trump ordered decisive U.S. military deterrence operations against Houthi forces in Yemen following repeated attacks on U.S. vessels and global shipping.

A department spokesperson said the strikes were intended to send “a powerful and clear message” that attacks on U.S. vessels and global shipping must stop and that the U.S. will protect freedom of navigation. The spokesperson described the Houthi actions as threatening maritime traffic and said the U.S. response is designed to change the Houthis’ posture toward shipping.

The spokesperson said the U.S. response reflects a shift from prior smaller, tit-for-tat strikes to a posture intended to halt sustained harassment of commercial and military vessels. At the briefing a figure of roughly 74 attacks on American naval ships was mentioned as part of the rationale for a stronger response.

The department framed the action as part of broader pressure on Iranian-aligned groups that threaten maritime security. Officials did not provide operational details such as strike locations, rules of engagement, or assessments of civilian harm; the spokesperson said the U.S. seeks to avoid civilian casualties while ending the attacks.

The department said the results of these operations and any broader regional consequences would depend on how the Houthis and other actors respond.","The State Department said the administration launched military deterrence operations against Houthi forces in Yemen after repeated attacks on U.S. and commercial ships; officials said the operations aim to stop maritime harassment and protect freedom of navigation.",{"_33":97,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":98,"_41":99,"_43":100,"_45":101,"_47":102,"_49":103,"_51":104,"_53":105,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":106,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":107,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6127217,"U.S. declares South African ambassador persona non grata after remarks; State Department says privileges expire this week",523,282980,806510,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d&start=282&end=806","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d/thumbnail_282980.jpg","/articles/6127217/US-declares-South-African-ambassador-persona-non-grata-after-remarks-State-Department-says-privileges-expire-this-week","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6127217-a0a2883920d75c9d601924ac49352714/orig.mp4?Expires=1775497652&Signature=gLGp-j-Y9DLLYjZxPOnchAqXl3oy-uakP-6pZHRETxpNHG8el-uCTucDZeA5rgPBVQg0ItVZj~WkrUN9KeFGyadreZZ~pRAKCgSt~XvpYJoQN1dsTJpvxv-rU5kaxJg8lrqFhrLHquGDcY0VgXVADtylxvfQEESS2GAYJQlR9yjAPzJYYOP3oF5PRGHzgn2nFCoYhhQGVaGnKIZCFo1nmj19yppYVfFygeONCrNi6oGonwul9bzm4coRn5SLXvETrAbhvFsIeDrI2AgpOcrNbpnSvkMLGNJ-kC5xsVqJfxvuMue26Sq4fMQXc4OXok8-cz0ZprWs1o3b5PNXDJE~WA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The State Department said it informed the South African Embassy in person and delivered official notification that Ambassador Rasul had been declared persona non grata following public remarks the department described as equating the U.S. president and country with white supremacy.

A State Department spokesperson said the notification was handed to embassy staff the same day Secretary Marco Rubio announced the decision. The spokesperson said the ambassador’s diplomatic privileges were due to expire on Friday following the formal notice and that the ambassador was required to depart by that deadline.

The spokesperson described the reported remarks as unacceptable for a diplomat whose role is to facilitate relations between countries. She said the action was intended to uphold a standard of basic respect by those posted to U.S. soil.

Context: The spokesperson linked the move to a broader review of U.S. policy toward South Africa, citing concerns the department has raised in recent months about Pretoria’s positions, including an “unjust land expropriation law,” a growing relationship with Russia and Iran, and statements accusing Israel of genocide at the International Court of Justice. She said those issues have prompted a serious policy review.

What the briefing did not provide: The State Department did not provide verbatim text of the remarks by the ambassador in the briefing, nor did it announce next steps for bilateral engagement beyond saying the bilateral relationship and policy toward South Africa are under review.

Officials said they hoped for a better relationship with South Africa but framed the expulsion as a response to conduct that, in the department’s view, undermined the diplomatic role expected of an ambassador.","The State Department said it delivered official notification that Ambassador Rasul was declared persona non grata on the same day as Secretary Rubio's announcement; the ambassador's diplomatic privileges expire this week and he must leave the country by Friday, the spokesperson said.",{"_33":109,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":110,"_41":111,"_43":112,"_45":113,"_47":114,"_49":115,"_51":116,"_53":117,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":118,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":119,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6127221,"U.S. says Ukraine 'ready' to accept 30-day ceasefire proposal after Jeddah talks",49,36700,86330,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d&start=36&end=86","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2664595-d9dfe7e888ec97c197e96cd973e9752d/thumbnail_36700.jpg","/articles/6127221/US-says-Ukraine-ready-to-accept-30-day-ceasefire-proposal-after-Jeddah-talks","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6127221-0be4eed3d0368ef2d240f3372b1a7237/orig.mp4?Expires=1775497652&Signature=ZcH9CKvwKgo1ZgDVLNgjJJ7ruR8etG412ODqy3ABDFEpZZ-Js03HB5jzdYCBrtl7~JhD4neXcSWp13oq2qcX8dpEeqrjBB6imDsK7Suon2fXvE6ffZ0zKO9xrDfKMXm2a0Ecf8A98ghDhG1~8FJkRw1WNMUJS0bKXApcBfrmCpOPKwSg8XshxG5NJ1LXeJ4PukfISeXbEcCfn9EwjyriceCydSwDuvFwJWR-G3FISrXzSECAAVJUo4h9yXZ~RuoRiLlDfvEUX0eviQLeDbuPwmjzXIvya5W1aX~ip9oEP3N0Yd7cuc61-z~glv6Xnc1ZePwZspGtb6mo~igVfnOD3A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Secretary Marco Rubio and senior U.S. officials met a Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah and, according to a State Department spokesperson, Ukraine expressed readiness to accept a U.S. proposal for an immediate interim 30-day ceasefire to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The State Department spokesperson said the U.S. view is that “the ball is now in Russia's court,” and noted additional diplomatic steps taken by U.S. envoys, including a subsequent visit by Envoy Witkoff. The spokesperson also said Rubio discussed the issue at the Group of Seven meeting in Canada, where partners expressed support for a swift and durable end to the conflict.

Why it matters: An interim ceasefire could temporarily reduce hostilities and create space for humanitarian aid and further negotiations. The State Department framed the Jeddah talks and G7 outreach as part of a broader push to secure a durable end to the conflict.

State Department remarks emphasized diplomacy as the path being pursued. The spokesperson credited recent high-level contacts with producing the Ukrainian readiness statement but did not provide additional operational details about follow-up steps or timelines. The briefing did not include a formal announcement of an agreement or verification mechanisms; the spokesperson said final action depends on the response from Russia.

The briefing also linked the Jeddah meeting to broader U.S. diplomatic activity at the G7, where the U.S. sought partner support for its approach to Ukraine. The State Department did not announce new sanctions or military measures tied to the Jeddah discussions at the press briefing.

Looking ahead: The department said it will continue diplomatic engagement and work with partners; it characterized the immediate development as a potentially important step but stopped short of describing any binding or implemented ceasefire until all parties formally agree.","At a State Department briefing, spokespeople said Secretary Marco Rubio and others met a Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah and that Ukraine expressed readiness to accept a U.S. proposal for an immediate interim 30-day ceasefire; the U.S. said the decision now rests with Russia.","actionData","errors"]

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