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Published on October 14, 2022 - 02:28 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Signing Ceremony for a New Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) With the Hispanic Association of ...

ASSISTANT SECRETARY SATTERFIELD: Good evening. Welcome to the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin Franklin Diplomatic Reception Room for this historic occasion to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and to forge a closer partnership with the Hispanic …

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Published on October 14, 2022 - 00:35 GMT

Remarks at a Joint Press Availability

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. Let me start by saying that yesterday, 143 countries, including the United States and Mexico, came together to condemn Russia’s sham referenda as a clear violation of international law, and unequivocally …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 18:19 GMT

Remarks at the U.S.-Mexico High-Level Security Dialogue

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning, everyone. Welcome. Welcome to the State Department. Bienvenido, a todos y todas. Thank you so much for being here today. A year ago, we came together in Mexico City to launch the Bicentennial Framework for …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 12:19 GMT

The United States Announces $60 Million in Rapid Assistance to Support Vulnerable Tunisian Families

The United States continues to stand with the Tunisian people as they grapple with an ongoing economic crisis at home and confront food insecurity exacerbated by Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. Today in Tunis, we announced $60 million in new funding, which …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 23:07 GMT

UN General Assembly Resolution Condemning Russia’s Attempted Annexation of Ukraine’s Territory

Today’s remarkable vote at the United Nations General Assembly is a powerful reminder that the overwhelming majority of nations stand with Ukraine, in defense of the UN Charter, and in resolute opposition to Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine and its …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 21:00 GMT

Release of the President’s National Security Strategy

The United States’ National Security Strategy lays out a vision for a free, open, secure, and prosperous world and a comprehensive plan to realize it. This is not just our vision, but one shared by many other countries that seek to live in a world that …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 18:54 GMT

Steps to Address the Humanitarian and Security Situation in Haiti

As Haiti faces a deadly resurgence of cholera, malign actors continue to fund and foment violence, as well as block the supply of fuel and humanitarian access for life-saving assistance. Today, we are announcing new measures to provide the needed support …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 05:54 GMT

Spain National Day

On behalf of the Government of the United States, I offer heartfelt congratulations to the people of Spain as you celebrate your national day on October 12th. Spain is an indispensable ally and close friend of the United States. The strong partnership …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 05:54 GMT

Equatorial Guinea National Day

On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend our congratulations to Equatorial Guinea in honor of the 54th anniversary of your independence on October 12. The United States values our relationship with Equatorial Guinea, and we …

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Published on October 12, 2022 - 01:32 GMT

Historic Breakthrough on the Israel-Lebanon Maritime Boundary

Following years of mediation by the United States, the Governments of Israel and Lebanon today announced consensus on an historic agreement to establish a permanent maritime boundary between the two countries. This breakthrough promises to usher in a new …

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Published on October 11, 2022 - 23:22 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Norwegian Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt Before Their Meeting

SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. Before I speak to the important meeting we’re about to have with Foreign Minister Huitfeldt, let just say a few words, if I can, about a very important diplomatic achievement that was reached today. …

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Published on October 11, 2022 - 21:23 GMT

Announcement of Visa Restrictions in Response to the Repression of Women and Girls in Afghanistan

Today I am announcing a visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to restrict the issuance of visas for current or former Taliban members, members of non-state security groups, and other individuals believed …

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Published on October 11, 2022 - 15:31 GMT

Observance of the International Day of the Girl Child on its 10th Anniversary

On the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl Child, the United States recommits to advancing the rights and empowerment of girls and young women in all their diversity around the world. In 2022, we are far — too far — from achieving a …

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Published on October 10, 2022 - 18:52 GMT

U.S. Support for Ukraine in the Face of Russian Strikes

The Kremlin’s strikes against Ukraine today again place the stakes of Russia’s brutal war into stark relief. Russian bombs hit children’s playgrounds and public parks in Kyiv; wave after wave of missiles struck Kyiv’s city streets and damaged heating and …

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Published on October 10, 2022 - 13:18 GMT

Curaçao National Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Curaçao as you celebrate Curaçao Day. The longstanding friendship between our two countries is rooted in our shared values and cultural ties. Our united support for the rule of law …

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Published on October 9, 2022 - 04:27 GMT

Ugandan National Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Uganda on the 60th anniversary of Ugandan independence and the significant progress made in the country’s development since then. Over several decades, the people of the United States …

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Published on October 7, 2022 - 14:36 GMT

Designating DPRK-related Sanctions Evaders

The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) continues its unprecedented pace, scale, and scope of ballistic missile launches this year. This year alone, it has launched 41 ballistic missiles. Six of these were intercontinental ballistic missiles. …

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Published on October 7, 2022 - 14:35 GMT

Fiji National Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I offer my congratulations to the people of Fiji as you celebrate your independence on October 10. Over the past 52 years, Fiji has proven to be a strong and integral partner to the United States as we have worked …

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Published on October 7, 2022 - 05:54 GMT

Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Peruvian Foreign Minister César Landa At a Joint Press Availability

MODERATOR: (Via interpreter) (In progress) César Landa Arroyo, and Mr. Secretary of the United States Antony Blinken. Following, the words of the ministry of foreign affairs of Peru, Dr. César Landa Arroyo. FOREIGN MINISTER LANDA: (Via interpreter) Good …

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Published on October 7, 2022 - 00:19 GMT

Mass Shooting in Thailand

We are deeply saddened by the tragedy in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province, where a gunman took the lives of at least 38 people, including 24 children. This violence is both senseless and heartbreaking. We stand with the people of Thailand and extend our deepest …

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