State Department Partners with El Al Airlines to Return Americans

The State Department announced a partnership with El Al Airlines to facilitate the return of American citizens from Israel to the United States. Over 2,000 Americans have been returned via chartered flights, with El Al offering discounted tickets and reserving seats on regular flights for those wishing to depart Israel.

Deputy Secretary Landau Meets Guatemalan Officials on Security Cooperation

The U.S. Department of State issued a readout on a meeting between Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau and Guatemalan Foreign Minister Carlos Martínez and Minister of Defense General Henry Saenz. The officials discussed cooperation on combating narco-trafficking, transnational criminal organizations, port security, and illegal immigration.

Statement on the Death of Ilia II, Catholicos-Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church

The U.S. Department of State issued a statement mourning the passing of Ilia II, Catholicos-Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church. The statement offers condolences to the people of Georgia and the faithful of the church, acknowledging his spiritual leadership.

US-Angola Global Health Cooperation MOU

The United States and Angola signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance the America First Global Health Strategy. The U.S. intends to provide $71 million in funding, with Angola investing $50 million, to support HIV, malaria, and global health security programs.

Deputy Secretary Landau Meets Uzbekistan Special Representative Kamilov

The U.S. Department of State issued a readout of a meeting between Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau and Uzbekistan's Special Representative Abdulaziz Kamilov on March 19, 2026. They discussed cooperation on counterterrorism, illegal immigration, and enhanced commercial and defense ties.

OFSI General Licence for Kazakh Oil Exports

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued General Licence INT/2026/9247168, permitting activities related to the supply, purchase, transportation, or delivery of Kazakh Oil. This licence is issued under the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.

State v. Allen James Jr. - Aggravated Drug Trafficking Conviction Appeal

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed the conviction and sentence of Allen James Jr. for aggravated drug trafficking and violating a condition of release. James appealed, arguing errors in jury instructions on accomplice liability and the legality of his sentence. The court found no reversible error.

7th Street Partners v. City of Santa Monica - Court Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Four, filed an opinion in the case of 7th Street Partners LLC v. City of Santa Monica. The case concerns a dispute over tenant relocation orders and a motion for sanctions filed by the City under section 128.7 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.

People v. Scott - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Five, affirmed the judgment against Miesha Licole Scott. Scott pleaded no contest to attempted murder and admitted to a prior strike conviction, receiving a 14-year sentence. The court found no arguable issues upon independent review.

In re Menchaca - Habeas Corpus Petition Denied

The California Court of Appeal denied a habeas corpus petition filed by Stephen Menchaca, who was challenging the Board of Parole Hearings' decision to deny him parole. The court applied the 'some evidence' standard and found the Board did not err in concluding Menchaca posed an unreasonable risk to public safety.