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John Kerry on the passing of President Rouhani's mother
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 4:22 pm | U.S. Department of State
We extend our deepest condolences to the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Hassan Rouhani and his family on the passing of his mother, Mrs. Sakineh Peivandi. Such a loss is especially hard coming on the eve of Nowruz, traditionally a time ... More >>
Establishment of the Counter-ISIL Finance Group in Rome
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 11:37 am | U.S. Department of State
Co-led by Italy, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, Coalition Members Agree on Action Plan to Combat ISIL’s Financial Networks More >>
Tunisia National Day
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 11:20 am | U.S. Department of State
As we join all Tunisians in celebrating this year’s National Day, this is a moment to reflect on the extraordinary steps Tunisia has taken during the last year to move from a period of transition to the consolidation of its democracy. More >>
Recent Violence in Yemen
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 11:18 am | U.S. Department of State
Press Statement Jeff Rathke Director, Bureau of Public Affairs, Office of Press Relations Washington, DC March 20, 2015 More >>
Message to the Iranian People on Nowruz
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 11:16 am | U.S. Department of State
It is my distinct pleasure to join President Obama in wishing a joyous and healthy Nowruz to all who celebrate around the world, throughout Asia and the Caucasus, to the Persian Gulf region, and to everyone celebrating here in the United States. More >>
On the Occasion of the Republic of Namibia's National Day
Saturday, 21 March 2015, 11:15 am | U.S. Department of State
On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I congratulate the citizens of Namibia as they celebrate 25 years of independence on March 21. More >>
Allegations of Chemical Weapons Use in Sarmin, Syria
Friday, 20 March 2015, 4:17 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States is deeply disturbed by reports that the Assad regime used chlorine as a weapon again, this time on March 16 in an attack on the town of Sarmin. We are looking very closely into this matter and considering next steps. While we cannot ... More >>
Stabilizing Iraqi Territories
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:15 pm | U.S. Department of State
It is good to be back in Baghdad and to see so many familiar faces. I want to thank the Prime Minister and COMSEC for hosting us today. I also want to thank the Iraqi deputy ministers, Dr. Hamid, Dr. Turki, German Charge Milan Simandl and leaders who ... More >>
Signing of the U.S.-Mexico Memorandum of Understanding
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:13 pm | U.S. Department of State
Joint Statement on the Signing of the U.S.-Mexico Memorandum of Understanding on Internships More >>
One Year Later - Russia's Occupation of Crimea
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:12 pm | U.S. Department of State
On this one year anniversary of the sham “referendum” in Crimea, held in clear violation of Ukrainian law and the Ukrainian constitution, the United States reiterates its condemnation of a vote that was not voluntary, transparent, or democratic. We ... More >>
U.S Action Plan to Combat Illegal Fishing
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:11 pm | U.S. Department of State
Presidential Task Force Releases Action Plan to Combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing and Seafood Fraud More >>
Background Briefing on Discussions With Cuba
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:08 pm | U.S. Department of State
MODERATOR: All right. Thank you, Tony, and thanks to all of you who have called in today for this background call on Cuba. This call will be with a senior Department official. For your purposes, I will tell you the name, but again, this call is on ... More >>
Statement on the Trial of Former President Nasheed
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 4:07 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States is concerned with the apparent lack of appropriate criminal procedures during the trial in Maldives against former President Mohamed Nasheed, who was found guilty today and sentenced to 13 years in prison. More >>
On the Occasion of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland
Wednesday, 18 March 2015, 5:27 pm | U.S. Department of State
The entire world celebrates the rich history and heritage of the people of Ireland each year on St. Patrick's Day. More >>
Sedition Arrest of Nurul Izzah
Wednesday, 18 March 2015, 5:23 pm | U.S. Department of State
We are deeply concerned with the detention of opposition member of Parliament, Nurul Izzah. The Malaysian Government’s recent investigations and charges of sedition against critics raise serious concerns about freedom of expression, rule of law, ... More >>
Intended Signing of an Agreement Between Georgian Leaders
Wednesday, 18 March 2015, 5:18 pm | U.S. Department of State
On the Intended Signing of an Agreement Between the De Facto Leaders in Georgia's South Ossetia Region and the Russian Federation More >>
Mauritius' National Day
Saturday, 14 March 2015, 12:27 pm | U.S. Department of State
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Mauritius as you celebrate the 47th anniversary of independence on March 12. More >>
Planned Outage of Internet-linked Systems
Saturday, 14 March 2015, 11:04 am | U.S. Department of State
Press Statement Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 13, 2015 More >>
Repatriation of Cultural Treasures to the Republic of Iraq
Saturday, 14 March 2015, 11:02 am | U.S. Department of State
Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Evan Ryan will join Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Immigration and Customs Enforcement Sarah Saldaña and Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Lukman Faily on Monday, ... More >>
New Non-Lethal Assistance for the Syrian Opposition
Saturday, 14 March 2015, 11:01 am | U.S. Department of State
As Deputy Secretary of State Tony Blinken announced today at an event marking the fourth anniversary of the Syrian revolution, the U.S. Department of State is working with Congress to provide nearly $70 million in new non-lethal assistance. Deputy ... More >>
