Joint Statement on the 3+1 Energy Ministerial in Athens, Greece
11/06/2025
Joint Statement on the 3+1 Energy Ministerial in Athens, Greece
11/06/2025 12:59 PM EST
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Joint Statement on the 3+1 Energy Ministerial in Athens, Greece
Media Note
ember 6, 2025
The following joint statement was released by the Governments of the United States, the Republic of Cyprus, Greece, and Israel on the occasion of today’s 3+1 Energy Ministerial:
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The energy ministers of the Republic of Cyprus, Greece, State of Israel, and United States, as well as the co-chairs of the United States’ National Energy Dominance Council, met today to reaffirm their shared commitment to promoting energy security and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean, including through the Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center, as key to regional strategic stability and resilience. The Ministers reaffirmed their support for broader regional interconnectivity projects, currently in progress and future ones, within the context of the India Middle East Europe Corridor; energy development; and cooperation on energy infrastructure protection.
In addition, they committed to use the 3+1 format to support the goal of diversifying the region’s energy supplies by reducing reliance on malign actors and improving connectivity between like-minded regional partners. They condemned Russian attempts to circumvent oil sanctions and finance its continuing war on Ukraine. The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to Europe-Israel energy infrastructure cooperation. The ministers aim to convene in Washington, D.C., in the second quarter of 2026 to further build out energy cooperation between their countries under the framework of the Eastern Mediterranean 3+1 Energy Dialogue.
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U.S.-Hungary Relations Reach New Heights
11/07/2025
U.S.-Hungary Relations Reach New Heights
11/07/2025 04:24 PM EST
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Fact Sheet
November 7, 2025
Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, U.S.-Hungary relations continue to reach new heights of cooperation and achievement. This partnership is built on mutual respect for sovereign decision-making and a commitment to advancing strategic goals that benefit both nations as trading partners and NATO Allies. Below are key achievements and opportunities demonstrating the depth and breadth of this relationship since President Trump’s return to office and as the United States and Hungary look forward to celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026.
Driving Economic Prosperity and Energy IndependenceA New U.S.-Hungary Energy Partnership: Hungary and the United States signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Nuclear Energy: The MOU signals our intent to start negotiations to facilitate cooperation across the civil nuclear industry, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and spent fuel storage. The United States and Hungary are collaborating to make Budapest a hub of the emerging Central European SMR market, deploying market-leading U.S. nuclear innovation to jumpstart a new transatlantic industry. Hungary signaled it intends to support construction of up to 10 SMRs with a potential value of up to $20 billion.
At today’s meeting, Prime Minister Orbán announced a nuclear fuel deal with U.S.-based Westinghouse to supply U.S. nuclear fuel for Hungary’s Paks I nuclear plant. This contract is valued at approximately $114 million.
LNG Purchases: Hungary has committed to purchasing U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG), further diversifying its energy sources. Contracts are expected to be valued at approximately $600 million.
Travel and Border SecurityFull restoration of Hungary’s Visa Waiver Program participation, facilitating legitimate travel while maintaining rigorous screening and enhancing border security.
American Airlines has announced the resumption of direct seasonal flights between Philadelphia and Budapest starting in May 2026, further strengthening economic and cultural ties.
Building a Stronger Security PartnershipDefense CooperationLaunch of negotiations for the renewal of a General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA), signaling closer bilateral defense ties and Hungary’s commitment to protect national security infrastructure from malign actors.
Military ProcurementThe Government of Hungary has announced its intent to purchase $700 million worth of defense articles via foreign military sales.
Civil and Commercial Space CooperationHungary signed the Artemis Accords on October 22. This reflects Hungary’s space ambitions and marks its place in a growing network of nations that are committed to peaceful and transparent use of space.
Empowering the Next GenerationExpansion of Fulbright PartnershipTo commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026, the binational Fulbright Commission in Hungary in cooperation with the Pannónia Scholarship Program will expand the John von Neumann Distinguished Award in STEM to include new opportunities for exchange to American scholars, Hungarian scholars, and Hungarian students. The Hungarian government will also increase its annual contribution to match U.S. funding for this flagship binational exchange program.
U.S.-Hungarian Research into Ethical Use of Artificial IntelligenceThe Hungarian government will provide $1 million to establish a joint research consortium between The Catholic University of America and Pázmány Péter Catholic University to study the ethical use of AI.Joint Support for Science and InnovationThe Hungarian Research Network (HUN-REN) has signed a cooperative agreement with MIT’s Center for International Studies (CIS) to advance science and innovation in the United States and Hungary. The MIT–Hungary HUNREN Seed Fund, part of the MIT Global Seed Funds program at CIS, offers grants to support bilateral travel, workshops, and collaborative meetings.
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Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys
11/10/2025
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys
11/10/2025 12:16 PM EST
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November 10, 2025
The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys to discuss bilateral and regional issues. The Secretary applauded Lithuania’s decision to spend over 5 percent of GDP on defense in 2026 and thanked Lithuania for providing excellent host nation support to U.S. rotational troops. The Secretary and Minister Budrys also discussed opportunities to increase bilateral investment and trade, to strengthen our defense industrial base, and to expand access to U.S. energy solutions, including liquified natural gas and small modular nuclear reactors.
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Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Fidan
11/10/2025
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Fidan
11/10/2025 06:24 PM EST
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Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Fidan
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November 10, 2025
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss the ceasefire in Gaza and next steps to ensure stability in the region. The Secretary and Foreign Minister reiterated their continued support for efforts to achieve a lasting peace. Secretary Rubio also emphasized President Trump’s call for all NATO Allies to stop purchasing Russian energy in order to help bring the ongoing war in Ukraine to an end.
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Secretary Rubio’s Meeting withSyrian Foreign Minister al-Shaibani and Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan
11/11/2025
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting withSyrian Foreign Minister al-Shaibani and Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan
11/11/2025 05:54 PM EST
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November 11, 2025
The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan following Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s historic bilateral visit to the White House. They discussed opportunities to strengthen regional stability and security, and ongoing counterterrorism efforts, including Syria joining the D-ISIS Coalition as its 90th member. They also discussed ongoing efforts to locate missing Americans in Syria. The Secretary underscored President Trump’s commitment to give the Syrian people a chance at peace and prosperity and the importance of regional partnership to support Syria’s efforts to rebuild.
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Terrorist Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups
11/13/2025
Terrorist Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups
11/13/2025 01:28 PM EST
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Terrorist Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups
Press Statement
November 13, 2025
Today, building on President Trump’s historic commitment to confront Antifa’s campaign of political violence, the Department of State is designating German-based Antifa Ost, along with three other violent Antifa groups in Italy and Greece, as Specially Designated Global Terrorists and intends to designate all four groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, effective November 20, 2025. The designation of Antifa Ost and other violent Antifa groups supports President Trump’s National Security Presidential Memorandum-7, an initiative to disrupt self-described “anti-fascism” networks, entities, and organizations that use political violence and terroristic acts to undermine democratic institutions, constitutional rights, and fundamental liberties. Groups affiliated with this movement ascribe to revolutionary anarchist or Marxist ideologies, including anti-Americanism, “anti-capitalism,” and anti-Christianity, using these to incite and justify violent assaults domestically and overseas.
The United States will continue using all available tools to protect our national security and public safety and will deny funding and resources to terrorists, including targeting other Antifa groups across the globe.
For more information about today’s announcement, see the Department of State’s fact sheet.
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Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups
11/13/2025
Designations of Antifa Ost and Three Other Violent Antifa Groups
11/13/2025 11:46 AM EST
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Fact Sheet
November 13, 2025
Today, the Department of State announces the designation of Antifa Ost, Informal Anarchist Federation/International Revolutionary Front, Armed Proletarian Justice, and Revolutionary Class Self-Defense as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) and the intent to designate all four groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs), effective November 20, 2025.
Antifa Ost
Antifa Ost (also known as Antifa East and Hammerbande) is a Germany-based militant group. Antifa Ost conducted numerous attacks against individuals it perceives as “fascists” or part of the “right-wing scene” in Germany between 2018 and 2023 and is accused of having conducted a series of attacks in Budapest in mid-February 2023.
On September 26, 2025, Hungary declared Antifa Ost to be a terrorist organization and added the group to its national anti-terrorism list.
Informal Anarchist Federation/International Revolutionary Front (FAI/FRI)
FAI/FRI is a militant anarchist group that primarily operates in Italy with historical self-proclaimed affiliates across Europe, South America, and Asia. FAI/FRI declares the necessity of the revolutionary armed struggle against nation states and “The Fortress Europe.”
Since 2003, FAI/FRI has claimed responsibility for threats of violence, bombs, and letter bombs against political and economic institutions, including a courthouse and other “capitalist institutions.”
Armed Proletarian Justice
Armed Proletarian Justice is a Greek anarchist and “anti-capitalist” group that has attempted and conducted improvised explosive device (IED) attacks against Greek government targets.
Armed Proletarian Justice claimed responsibility for planting a bomb near the Greek riot police headquarters in Goudi, Greece on December 18, 2023.
Revolutionary Class Self-Defense
Revolutionary Class Self-Defense is a Greek anarchist and “anti-capitalist” group. The group links its actions to broader political and social issues and cites opposition to “capitalist structures,” “state repression,” and solidarity with Palestine.
Revolutionary Class Self-Defense claimed responsibility for two IED attacks targeting the Greece Ministry of Labor (February 3, 2024) and the Hellenic Train offices (April 11, 2025).
Terrorist designations expose and isolate entities and individuals, denying them access to the U.S. financial system and resources they need to carry out attacks.
All property and property interests of designated individuals or groups that are in the United States or that are in possession or control of a U.S. person are blocked. U.S. persons are generally prohibited from conducting business with sanctioned persons. It is also a crime to knowingly provide material support or resources to those designated, or to attempt or conspire to do so.
Persons that engage in certain transactions or activities with those designated today may expose themselves to sanctions risk. Notably, engaging in certain transactions with them entails risk of secondary sanctions pursuant to counterterrorism authorities.
Today’s actions are taken pursuant to section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act and Executive Order 13224. FTO designations go into effect upon publication in the Federal Register.
Petitioners requesting removal of those designated from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List should refer to the Department of State’s Delisting Guidance page.
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Deputy Secretary Landau’s Call with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski
11/14/2025
Deputy Secretary Landau’s Call with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski
11/14/2025 11:54 AM EST
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Deputy Secretary Landau’s Call with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski
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November 14, 2025
The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau spoke with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Timčo Mucunski to thank North Macedonia for its opposition to Cuba’s annual anti-embargo resolution at the United Nations General Assembly. The call underscored the strong bilateral relationship between the United States and North Macedonia.
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