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U.S. Condemns Murder of Niladri Chattopadhyay
Saturday, 8 August 2015, 5:03 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States condemns the cowardly murder of writer/blogger Niladri Chattopadhyay in Bangladesh. We offer our condolences to his family and our support to the Bangladeshi people. This heinous act once again underscores the need to work together to counter ... More >>
Iran: Death Sentence of Mohammad Ali Taheri
Saturday, 8 August 2015, 5:02 pm | U.S. Department of State
We are deeply concerned by reports that a Revolutionary Court in Iran has sentenced to death Mohammad Ali Taheri, the Iranian founder of a spiritual movement, on the charge of “corruption on earth.” We also are disturbed that a number of the movement’s ... More >>
ISIL Kidnappings in Homs, Syria
Saturday, 8 August 2015, 5:01 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States strongly condemns ISIL’s kidnapping this week of a reported 230 innocent civilians, including women and children, in the central Syrian province of Homs. ISIL’s attacks have also resulted in the displacement of an estimated ... More >>
Condolences on the Passing of Prime Minister Edward Natapei
Sunday, 2 August 2015, 11:41 am | U.S. Department of State
I was saddened to learn of the passing of the Honorable former Prime Minister Edward Natapei this week. Vanuatu lost a distinguished statesman who will be dearly missed. More >>
One Year Anniversary of the Shootdown of MH17
Sunday, 19 July 2015, 12:09 pm | U.S. Department of State
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine one year ago, taking the lives of 298 innocent people from 11 countries on July 17, 2014. Our thoughts remain with those who perished, and we join with their friends, families, and loved ... More >>
United States Condemns Al Shabaab Attacks in Mogadishu
Monday, 13 July 2015, 8:40 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States strongly condemns al-Shabaab’s terrorist attacks against the Siyad Hotel, Weheliye Hotel, and an African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM) position in Mogadishu, yesterday. More >>
Statement on Cuba
Saturday, 4 July 2015, 11:19 am | U.S. Department of State
SECRETARY KERRY: Good afternoon, everybody. Thank you for your patience. In Washington a few moments ago, President Obama announced that we had reached an agreement to formally re-establish diplomatic relations with the Republic of Cuba and that we ... More >>
Concern about the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
Saturday, 4 July 2015, 11:18 am | U.S. Department of State
The United States is deeply concerned about the dire humanitarian situation in Yemen, which the United Nations yesterday designated as a Level 3 crisis, its most severe category. More >>
Government of Jordan Issues $1.5 Billion in Bonds
Wednesday, 1 July 2015, 7:50 pm | U.S. Department of State
Today, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan closed on its offering of a total $1.5 billion in sovereign bonds guaranteed by the United States of America. These guarantees are part of a broader U.S. commitment to support Jordanian stability, security, and economic ... More >>
Supreme Court Decision on Marriage Equality
Tuesday, 30 June 2015, 1:04 pm | U.S. Department of State
Nearly twenty years ago in the United States Senate, I voted against the Defense of Marriage Act for a simple reason: No law should deny the right of gay and lesbian Americans to marry the person they love. Today, by making marriage equality the law ... More >>
U.S. Condemns Boko Haram Attacks in Niger
Sunday, 21 June 2015, 12:17 pm | U.S. Department of State
We condemn the attacks by Boko Haram in Lamana, Boulamare, and Goumao, Niger, that killed approximately 40 villagers, including women and children. We offer our condolences to the Government of Niger and the families and loved ones of those who lost their ... More >>
June 15 Terrorist Attacks in Chad and Nigeria
Thursday, 18 June 2015, 4:36 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States condemns in the strongest terms Monday's terrorist attacks in the Chadian capital of N’Djamena and in Nigeria. We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the innocent victims who were killed in the attack. ... More >>
Remarks at the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council Annual Gala
Wednesday, 17 June 2015, 11:16 am | U.S. Department of State
Remarks Antony J. Blinken Deputy Secretary of State Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC June 15, 2015 More >>
Official Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Sunday, 14 June 2015, 11:03 am | U.S. Department of State
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate Queen Elizabeth II and the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland as you celebrate Her Majesty’s Birthday on June 13. More >>
World Oceans Day
Monday, 8 June 2015, 7:56 am | U.S. Department of State
World Oceans Day, June 8, reminds of us the importance of our oceans and maintaining their health. As we continue working and developing on and near the water, we cannot forget the impacts on our ocean – and we need to work vigilantly to protect it. More >>
United States - New Zealand Strategic Dialogue
Saturday, 6 June 2015, 12:22 pm | U.S. Department of State
United States Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Mr. Daniel Russel and New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs Secretary Mr. Brook Barrington met in Washington on May 29, 2015 to co-chair the fifth United States – New Zealand ... More >>
U.S. Condemns Violence in Burundi
Sunday, 31 May 2015, 11:41 am | U.S. Department of State
The United States strongly condemns the May 29 grenade attack in Bujumbura, and the continued violence in Burundi. We are deeply concerned that the recent grenade attacks, violence perpetrated by the ruling party Imbonerakure youth militia, and continued ... More >>
The United States Commends China for Ivory Commitments
Saturday, 30 May 2015, 11:30 am | U.S. Department of State
The United States commends the Government of the People’s Republic of China for destroying over 600 kilograms of ivory in Beijing today and for its commitment to eventually halt the commercial processing and sale of ivory and its products. More >>
Rescission of Cuba as a State Sponsor of Terrorism
Saturday, 30 May 2015, 11:28 am | U.S. Department of State
In December 2014, the President instructed the Secretary of State to immediately launch a review of Cuba’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, and provide a report to him within six months regarding Cuba’s support for international terrorism. ... More >>
U.S Announces $18 Million in Aid to Ukraine
Friday, 29 May 2015, 9:55 pm | U.S. Department of State
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration Simon Henshaw announced May 23 in Kyiv that the United States is providing $18 million in additional U.S. humanitarian assistance to help those affected by Russian aggression ... More >>
