EU Sanctions Four Individuals for Russian Information Manipulation

The Council of the EU has sanctioned four individuals for their involvement in Russia's hybrid activities and foreign information manipulation. These individuals are now subject to asset freezes and travel bans within the EU.

EU Council Sanctions Three Entities and Two Individuals for Cyber-Attacks

The Council of the EU has imposed sanctions on three entities and two individuals for their involvement in malicious cyber-attacks targeting EU member states and partners. The measures include asset freezes and travel bans, expanding the EU's horizontal cyber sanctions regime.

EU Council Sanctions 16 Persons, 3 Entities for Iran Human Rights Violations

The Council of the EU has sanctioned an additional 16 individuals and three entities for serious human rights violations in Iran. These measures include asset freezes and travel bans, bringing the total number of sanctioned individuals to 263 and entities to 53.

EU Council Media Advisory: General Affairs Council and Montenegro Accession Conference

The EU Council has issued a media advisory for a meeting of the General Affairs Council and an accession conference with Montenegro scheduled for March 17, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programme, including press conferences and working lunches, for journalists attending the event in Brussels.

Department of the Interior OIA Technical Assistance Program 2026 Grant Funding

The Department of the Interior's Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is offering grant funding through its Technical Assistance Program (TAP) for 2026. The program aims to address immediate economic, financial, and government service challenges in U.S. territories and freely associated states, with proposals due May 18, 2026.

OIA Brown Treesnake Program Funding Proposals

The Department of the Interior's Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is seeking funding proposals for its Brown Treesnake (BTS) Control Program. The program aims to prevent BTS migration, control populations on Guam, and support ecosystem restoration, with a total award of $4,000,000 available.

GSA Grant Opportunity: Promote U.S. Distilled Spirits Exports to Uzbekistan

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), through the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), has announced a funding opportunity to design and deliver a training program promoting U.S. distilled spirits exports to Uzbekistan. The award is for $115,000, with applications due by May 14, 2026.

OIA Maintenance Assistance Program Grants for Infrastructure

The Department of the Interior's Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) is offering grants through its Maintenance Assistance Program (MAP) for infrastructure maintenance and critical repairs in U.S. territories and freely associated states. The program has an award maximum of $4,375,000 and a closing date for applications on May 18, 2026.

NOAA Seeks Proposals for Ocean and Coastal Mapping Center

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking proposals for a 5-year cooperative agreement to advance ocean and coastal mapping. Approximately $8.5 million is anticipated, with $1.6 million to be awarded annually starting in FY 2026. Institutions of higher education are eligible to apply.

Energizing Insular Communities Program Grant Funding Announced

The Department of the Interior's Office of Insular Affairs has announced the FY 2026 Energizing Insular Communities Program, offering grant funding for energy strategies in U.S. territories. The program aims to reduce reliance on foreign fuels and improve energy infrastructure. Applications are due by May 18, 2026.