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The Department of State has granted Chris Miner the authority to handle matters related to immunity from judicial seizure for cultural objects brought into the United States for purposes like exhibition or research. This authority is based on existing laws and prior delegations and allows several senior officials, including the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of State, to also exercise these powers. The delegation will end when a new Deputy Assistant Secretary for Professional and Cultural Exchanges takes office, unless it is revoked sooner. The details of this delegation are set to be published in the Federal Register.

The State Department has determined that certain objects being imported for the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York are culturally significant. The exhibition may also take place at additional venues within the United States. These objects are deemed important for national interest, and the Department has ordered that these determinations be publicly announced. The exhibition is sanctioned under various legal authorities, including a specific Act from 1965 and several delegations of authority.

The State Department has officially designated the group Ansarallah, also known by various other names such as Ansar Allah and Supporters of God, as a foreign terrorist organization. This decision was made after consulting with the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury and is based on a review of relevant evidence as outlined in section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The announcement, signed by the then Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, is recorded in the Federal Register, formally stating the group's designation.

The U.S. Department of State has decided to enforce sanctions against certain foreign entities and individuals under the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act. These punishments are for transferring or acquiring goods, services, or technology that could help develop weapons of mass destruction or missile systems. Specifically, companies from China and a North Korean individual in China are affected. The sanctions include a ban on U.S. government procurement and assistance, as well as suspending export licenses for these entities. These measures will be in place for two years unless changed by the Secretary of State.

The State Department has designated Fuad Ahmad Nuri Ali al-Shakan, also known by several other names, as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist under Executive Order 13224. This designation identifies him as a leader of the al-Qa'ida Kurdish Battalions, whose assets are subject to blocking. The decision was made to prevent providing prior notice to certain individuals due to concerns that it could undermine the effectiveness of the blocking measures. This notice was issued by Michael R. Pompeo and will be published in the Federal Register.

The U.S. Department of State has determined that certain culturally significant objects are being temporarily imported from abroad for display in the exhibition “Facing America: Mario Schifano 1960-1966” at the Center for Italian Modern Art in New York. These objects are considered important to the nation's interest. The determinations are supported by various legal authorities, and public notice has been ordered to be published in the Federal Register. For more information, interested parties can contact the Program Administrator at the Department of State.

The State Department has made determinations about certain culturally significant objects that are being imported from abroad for temporary display in the exhibition "Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow" at The Cleveland Museum of Art and possibly other venues in the U.S. These objects are considered important to display in the national interest. The announcement of these determinations will be published in the Federal Register. For more information, Reed Liriano at the U.S. Department of State can be contacted.

The Secretary of State has placed sanctions on Saqr Rustom and the National Defense Forces for their role in disrupting a ceasefire in northern Syria. This decision, made effective on November 9, 2020, blocks their property and interests in the United States, preventing any transactions involving such assets. The action is in accordance with Section 2(a)(i)(A) of Executive Order 13894, highlighting their involvement in obstructing peace efforts.

The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has announced a determination regarding the foreign affairs functions of the United States. This includes efforts by government agencies to manage the entry and exit of people and goods across U.S. borders. The determination emphasizes the Department of State's central role in protecting U.S. citizens and managing foreign policy, as well as preventing threats related to border security, such as human trafficking, drug flow, and espionage. The action aligns with Executive Orders and other legal authorities focused on securing America's interests under the guidance of President Trump.

The Department of State will hold a public meeting via teleconference on March 11, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, to prepare for the upcoming session of the International Maritime Organization's Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee. The meeting will discuss several agenda items, including safety and pollution hazards of chemicals, measures to reduce emissions in the Arctic, and marine plastic litter. Interested participants can join the call, which is limited to 500 participants, and should contact Ms. Melissa Perera for more information.