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U.S. Department of State - Latest News [Page 36]
Actions on Ukraine by the EU's Foreign Affairs Council
Wednesday, 23 July 2014, 5:25 pm | U.S. Department of State
Press Statement Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 22, 2014 More >>
Indonesia's Presidential Election
Wednesday, 23 July 2014, 5:23 pm | U.S. Department of State
The people of Indonesia united once again to show their commitment to democracy through free and fair elections. More >>
U.S. Condemns Terrorist Attack in Egypt's Western Desert
Wednesday, 23 July 2014, 5:22 pm | U.S. Department of State
Press Statement Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 21, 2014 More >>
Extension of Iran Nuclear Talks
Monday, 21 July 2014, 3:09 pm | U.S. Department of State
As President Obama and our entire administration has made clear, we are committed to testing whether we can address one of the world’s most pressing priorities – ensuring that Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon – through the diplomatic negotiations ... More >>
Lack of Access at Crash Site of MH17
Monday, 21 July 2014, 2:38 pm | U.S. Department of State
We are deeply concerned by the Russia-backed separatists’ refusal to allow OSCE monitors safe and unfettered access to the crash site of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17. Yesterday, the monitors were allowed only 75 minutes at the site. Today, they ... More >>
Briefing on Iran Nuclear Negotiations
Monday, 21 July 2014, 2:36 pm | U.S. Department of State
MODERATOR: Great. Thank you, everyone, for joining. For those of you in Vienna, I know it’s a late night here, and welcome to everyone from Washington. Tonight’s conference call is on background. We have three people who will be speaking; all ... More >>
Statement on Attack Against Tunisian Soldiers on July 16
Friday, 18 July 2014, 4:25 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States strongly condemns last evening’s terrorist attack near Kasserine, Tunisia, which killed at least 14 Tunisian soldiers. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims, and hope for the quick and full recovery of the wounded. ... More >>
Crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 in Eastern Ukraine
Friday, 18 July 2014, 4:24 pm | U.S. Department of State
We are horrified by the crash of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17. There are no words adequate to express our condolences to the families of the nearly 300 victims. We offer our sympathies and support to the Governments of Malaysia and the Netherlands ... More >>
Russia's Continuing Support for Armed Separatists in Ukraine
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 4:27 pm | U.S. Department of State
Russia's Continuing Support for Armed Separatists in Ukraine and Ukraine's Efforts Toward Peace, Unity, and Stability More >>
Detentions of Dozens of Activists in Cuba
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 4:22 pm | U.S. Department of State
On Sunday Cuban authorities rounded up and detained over one hundred courageous members of the Damas de Blanco as they sought to peacefully commemorate the loss of life on the tugboat 13 de Marzo, sunk by the Cuban Government 20 years ago this past weekend. ... More >>
Background Briefing on P5+1 Negotiations
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 3:30 pm | U.S. Department of State
MODERATOR: Hello. Hi, everyone. Welcome back to Vienna. Thank you for you flexibility today and for coming tonight. First, to start with ground rules. This is all on background as Senior U.S. Administration Officials. Most of you are familiar with our team up ... More >>
Statement on the Ongoing Violence in Libya
Wednesday, 16 July 2014, 3:28 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States is deeply concerned by the ongoing violence in Libya and dangerous posturing that could lead to widespread conflict there. We affirm our support for Libya's democratic transition and urge the seating of the new Council of Representatives ... More >>
Recent Violence in Yemen
Friday, 11 July 2014, 4:34 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States Government strongly condemns the violence that occurred in Amran over the past week that has resulted in the loss of lives, including members of the Yemeni military and innocent civilians. We offer our condolences to the victims and ... More >>
Sanctions Against a Hezbollah Front Company
Friday, 11 July 2014, 4:25 pm | U.S. Department of State
As the Treasury Department announced today, the United States targeted a key Hezbollah procurement network by designating brothers Kamel Mohamad Amhaz and Issam Mohamad Amhaz; their business, Stars Group Holding, which is based in Beirut and has subsidiaries ... More >>
Migration Talks With Cuba
Friday, 11 July 2014, 4:23 pm | U.S. Department of State
On Wednesday, July 9, U.S. and Cuban officials met in Washington to discuss the implementation of the 1994 and 1995 U.S.-Cuba Migration Accords. These talks are held semi-annually. The U.S. delegation was led by Deputy Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere ... More >>
Russia and Developments in Ukraine
Friday, 11 July 2014, 4:07 pm | U.S. Department of State
Testimony Victoria Nuland Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Statement Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Washington, DC July 9, 2014 More >>
Election of Syrian Opposition Coalition President
Friday, 11 July 2014, 4:05 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States welcomes the July 9 election of Syrian Opposition Coalition President Hadi al Bahra. We look forward to working with him and to continuing to build our partnership with the Coalition. More >>
Al-Shabaab Attack on Presidential Compound
Wednesday, 9 July 2014, 3:58 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States strongly condemns today's terrorist attack against Villa Somalia, the headquarters and residence of several Somali government officials in Mogadishu. More >>
Combating Forced Labor and Modern-Day Slavery
Wednesday, 9 July 2014, 3:56 pm | U.S. Department of State
Testimony Scot Marciel Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Testimony Before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs Washington, DC July 8, 2014 More >>
U.S Department of State: Statement on Afghanistan
Wednesday, 9 July 2014, 3:45 pm | U.S. Department of State
I have noted reports of protests in Afghanistan and of suggestions of a “parallel government” with the gravest concern. The United States expects Afghan electoral institutions to conduct a full and thorough review of all reasonable allegations ... More >>
