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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 >>
The Future of UN Peace Operations
Thursday, 12 March 2015, 3:04 pm | U.S. Department of State
Remarks Antony J. Blinken Deputy Secretary of State U.S. Institute of Peace Washington, DC March 10, 2015 More >>
Request for Authorization to Use Force Against ISIS
Thursday, 12 March 2015, 3:02 pm | U.S. Department of State
The President's Request for Authorization to Use Force Against ISIS: Military and Diplomatic Efforts More >>
First Connect Camp in Tanzania Empower Young African Leaders
Tuesday, 10 March 2015, 4:11 pm | U.S. Department of State
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) will conduct eight Connect Camps in Tanzania, Namibia, Rwanda, and Cote d’Ivoire during 2015-2016 supporting alumni from the Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) for Young African Leaders and their ... More >>
Eighth Anniversary of Disappearance of Robert Levinson
Tuesday, 10 March 2015, 3:34 pm | U.S. Department of State
We ask the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to work cooperatively with us on the investigation into Robert Levinson’s disappearance so we can ensure his safe return. More >>
International Women's Day
Tuesday, 10 March 2015, 3:30 pm | U.S. Department of State
On International Women’s Day we celebrate the courage and contributions of women and girls around the world. More >>
Remarks with French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius
Sunday, 8 March 2015, 12:23 pm | U.S. Department of State
SECRETARY KERRY: Laurent, thank you very, very much. Thank you for hosting us here today. I really appreciate the welcome, as always. It’s always wonderful to be in Paris, though obviously only for a few hours today. More >>
South Sudan: Leaders Fail to Meet Deadline for Peace Deal
Sunday, 8 March 2015, 12:14 pm | U.S. Department of State
Press Statement Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 6, 2015 More >>
