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Tammy Bruce, the State Department spokesperson, declined to speculate about whether talks would be direct or mediated, saying the arrangements were being handled by officials and that outcomes of the initial meeting would determine next steps. “At this point, yes, that is still underway. It is happening and we look forward to it as a good first step to find out if the Iranians are serious,” Bruce said.

On separate reporting that Iran’s senior adviser threatened to expel International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors and move enriched uranium to secret locations, Bruce called such threats “an escalation and a miscalculation on Iran’s part,” and said the United States is “deeply concerned that Iran is amassing a growing stockpile of highly enriched uranium for which there is no credible peaceful purpose.”

Why it matters: The meeting could be an early test of whether direct or mediated talks are possible, and IAEA access and uranium stockpiles bear directly on nonproliferation concerns. The department did not provide details about the meeting’s format, who would be in which room, or the full roster of participants.

Ending: The department said senior diplomats, including a special envoy, are engaged in the discussions and that the administration will await results from the meeting before announcing next steps.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Department of State Press Briefing - April 10, 2025 - 2:00 PM","oneSentenceSummary","The State Department said a planned meeting with Iranian representatives remains scheduled for Saturday as a first step to determine Tehran’s seriousness, and warned that threats to expel International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors would be an escalation and miscalculation.","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},6080198,"U.S. says it extradited man accused in 2008 Mumbai attacks to India",107,4705000,4812000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8&start=4705&end=4812","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8/thumbnail_4705000.jpg","/articles/6080198/US-says-it-extradited-man-accused-in-2008-Mumbai-attacks-to-India","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6080198-cee82d253b855ffa0873985b8d7c41a5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770991676&Signature=Mt~0udOaoQi0oKQZH4tm-0~SzQI8QhhkLU61ryUlFmPsQIL~kiON1HNIlKyOuan4y5ptW8l578g4evWKSNXm6glnX01phXtZ6XHeT9slFnKVUzDtiV-M2lhrdx5nzN0K9n0kW-nHACMoFkcFJ-kSFWy7EWekZCxFIUQOmbj3kL2MON7pGSuidPpe-~-nekr7eNvl5MbhoIrLQ3Lboe8eXOXR~UMV48mtVZZg20brU8-mU3Wu6koF4stC94q2jQO0sdYizM4CXPb9a5dmt7kQThcXX2rUeBh5lQJ6-FeQV-kbIcnGc7fOb5Su7bQ1drC8qAzeWdj7ICIZ4A5adBNLHQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The U.S. Department of State confirmed that Tawar Hussain Rana was extradited to India on April 9 to face justice for his alleged role in planning the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, which killed 166 people, including six U.S. citizens.

Tammy Bruce, the State Department spokesperson, said the United States “has long supported India's efforts to ensure those responsible for these attacks are brought to justice” and described the extradition as part of ongoing U.S.-India counterterrorism cooperation.

Why it matters: The 2008 attacks were a high-casualty, transnational terrorist incident; U.S. cooperation on extradition underscores bilateral security ties. Bruce encouraged readers to review the historical record of the attacks to understand their magnitude.

Bruce said the United States is “very proud of that dynamic” of cooperation with India but did not provide additional legal details about the extradition process during the briefing.

Ending: Department officials declined further operational or legal commentary in the briefing, noting the matter was in Indian custody following the transfer.","The State Department confirmed that Tawar Hussain Rana was extradited to India on April 9 to face charges related to the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks that killed 166 people, including six Americans.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6080203,"State Department reiterates support for Israel, calls for renewed ceasefire to restore aid into Gaza",760,4156000,4916000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8&start=4156&end=4916","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8/thumbnail_4156000.jpg","/articles/6080203/State-Department-reiterates-support-for-Israel-calls-for-renewed-ceasefire-to-restore-aid-into-Gaza","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6080203-d5b8a264e883a94ce48e6b7b02ea814e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770991676&Signature=P37GZA488HLHjxD040q4oCgUzAIDqZmMvJG8pLfxkGh7V7Etj6jgsICq0AeosYkYiElypEa1jcJnKwXFyZH5e9p114W6I4eVsJWiA5Ztdme2MknaEnv1mBNGu~pJnraubFEvGxTRl75yahNVNHq5A1BgvHjieCcsKwyVuGSk4Cqgt2Dek9~rcJ4M9Ksnvv-Jjr1jyepD40rVafkKKUPejXkKGXnnLbz06Jymr3HMgRzJP5SMj5amujqh21Y1cq5lKkbbdvalXKz2WMHeTWgBy89qqcdi4KBiBvbemHS5Iwvn-C15y6e89oRQCu0pyQoStNKpZzuYJj3nwRlaW~v2Yg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The U.S. State Department on Tuesday reaffirmed American support for Israel’s efforts to recover hostages and said diplomats are exploring new policy ideas for Gaza that, the department said, could improve living conditions for civilians.

Tammy Bruce, the State Department spokesperson, said the United States “stands firmly with the state of Israel in its pursuit to bring all the hostages back home and the defeat of Hamas.” She also described ongoing conversations among U.S. officials and regional partners about new approaches for Gaza that could “end up in a better life for the Gazans and the Palestinians.”

Why it matters: The remarks signal continued U.S. alignment with Israel’s public objectives while the department also emphasizes humanitarian priorities. Reporters pressed the department to explain diplomatic outreach after international commentary, including a report that France may recognize a Palestinian state; Bruce referred questioners to French officials for details about Paris’s statements and reiterated U.S. priorities.

On humanitarian aid, Bruce said aid deliveries were moving during a ceasefire but that “Hamas abandoned that ceasefire,” after which aid access narrowed. “Our work continues every single day in that region … to get back to that ceasefire so that aid can continue,” she said.

Bruce described U.S. efforts as focused on stopping the fighting and protecting civilians; she said the administration will continue engaging regional partners on possible policy options and the release of hostages, including five Americans named in the briefing.

Ending: The department declined to provide detailed operational plans in the briefing; Bruce said further diplomatic work is ongoing and that more information would be released as appropriate.","The State Department said the U.S. stands with Israel in seeking the return of hostages and the defeat of Hamas while saying it is working to restore a ceasefire so humanitarian aid can flow into Gaza.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":56,"_72":56,"_73":56},6080208,"State Department: American held in Russia is en route to U.S.; one American remains detained",2056,3317000,5373000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8&start=3317&end=5373","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2950445-d14cda15a23975e9379e7578f08239c8/thumbnail_3317000.jpg","/articles/6080208/State-Department-American-held-in-Russia-is-en-route-to-US-one-American-remains-detained","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6080208-d169ef1bd7c7e8e312ea86a403997f9e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770991676&Signature=AQV8kCJ6Vr8hEYzhGu51PETjl~8gGFew9NM~7Hw03QJnxLAJFYAqWCcXtPR~~o9MwvW2kcykFRxdP4NrWvp90rNsRG2ICIKxkjQAT8no36hloSIBC~BCOqAkORLoSzxs-Vo7WKzBYm2aUjbncRygdoSQDbWDLMoFt~3D4y5AUAfxRDgxAX34apI6rQ9FZUWw9bUQ3aDL1L-ykxGvkDwSOuECgt0eWbZfHA4zeAQQtgGkzcDn34JyVFhDUHeInEusS3bh0H7gbJJ9O0I9v90iC3CSQkxvYNGoUfzzLfLhhFVOojsgjxwC5J5etd78xGkh6DV~4TsneBzyl-LXMuzfAQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The U.S. Department of State said Tuesday that American Ksenia Carolina, detained in Russia for more than a year, is on her way back to the United States after a negotiated exchange.

Tammy Bruce, the State Department spokesperson, said President Trump and senior U.S. officials “mobilized their teams to bring her home” and thanked the government of the United Arab Emirates for assistance that enabled the exchange. “We continue to work to free Mr. Hubbard and all other Americans unjustly detained,” Bruce said, referring to Stephen Hubbard, who remains detained in Russia.

Why it matters: The swap underscores the administration’s public pledge to prioritize securing the release of U.S. citizens held abroad. Officials named by Bruce as involved in the effort included Secretary Rubio, special envoy Witkoff, CIA Director Ratcliffe, national security adviser Waltz and special envoy Bowler.

Bruce said Russian national Arthur Petrov was returned to Russia as part of the arrangement. She declined to discuss operational details of the negotiations or specifics about Carolina’s immediate plans, citing privacy and the individual’s choices. Bruce said medical or other post-arrival arrangements would be decided in consultation with Carolina and those responsible for her care.

Reporters asked whether the swap related to recent U.S.-Russia talks in Istanbul; Bruce characterized that meeting as a technical session about embassy relations and management, not about Ukraine. She said the administration continues to press Russia for the release of other Americans held there.

The State Department did not provide a timetable for Carolina’s reunification with family, and Bruce declined to confirm reports about scheduled arrival times or whether Carolina would visit any specific medical facility. The department also would not elaborate on the negotiations that led to the swap.

The department repeatedly described the broader U.S. effort as ongoing. “To secure Ksenia’s release, Russian national Arthur Petrov … was returned to Russia and that is all I’ll share in that regard,” Bruce said.

Ending: The department said it will continue diplomatic work to return U.S. citizens held abroad but gave no further public details on logistics or timelines for other detainees.","The State Department said an American identified as Ksenia Carolina, who had been detained in Russia for more than a year, is being returned to the United States under a swap that returned a Russian national to Russia. The department reiterated efforts to secure the release of other detained Americans, including Stephen Hubbard.","actionData","errors"]

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