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USAID Announces its Intent to Contribute $25 Million to Strengthen Energy Security in Ukraine as it Intensifies its Support for Energy Security Across Europe and Eurasia

Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced its intent to provide up to $25 million to the Energy Community, one of USAID’s longest and most important partners in encouraging energy sector reforms and promoting European energy security.



Release of the 2023 Annual Report on International Parental Child Abduction

Today the Department of State submitted to Congress its 2023 Annual Report on International Child Abduction.


U.S. Security Cooperation with Ukraine

The United States, our allies, and our partners worldwide are united in support of Ukraine in response to Russia’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified war against Ukraine.


Use of Presidential Drawdown Authority for Military Assistance for Ukraine

The use of the Presidential Drawdown Authority to direct a drawdown to provide military assistance under section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) is a valuable tool of U.S. foreign policy in crisis situations.[1]


U.S. Security Cooperation With ROK

Forged during the Korean War and codified in the 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty, the United States–Republic of Korea (ROK) Alliance has evolved into a global comprehensive strategic partnership which serves as a linchpin for security and stability in the Indo-Pacific.


Additional U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine

We will continue to stand with our Ukrainian partners as they defend themselves from Russia’s war of aggression.


Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to South Africa and Egypt

From May 6-12, 2023, Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance Mallory Stewart will travel to Cape Town and Pretoria, South Africa, and Cairo, Egypt, to meet with leaders in government and academia, as well as NGO officials.


The Strategic Defense Initiative in Retrospect: The Past, Present, and Future of Missile Defense

Thank you, Dean Ayres, for that kind introduction and for the invitation to speak here today.


Narrowing the Gender Digital Divide: Empowering Girls Around the Globe to Build Digital Skills for a Lifetime

On April 27, the U.S. Department of State recognizes International Girls in ICT Day to celebrate girls excelling in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).


Risch, Menendez Urge POTUS’ Support for Legitimate Democratic Process in Lebanon

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), ranking member and chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their concern regarding Lebanon’s ongoing political stalemate.


Readout of Ambassador Jayme White’s Meeting with UK Minister of State Nigel Huddleston and Reception for the Launch of an Architect’s Agreement

Deputy United States Trade Representative Jayme White today met with the United Kingdom’s Minister of State at the Department for Business and Trade, Nigel Huddleston.


Granger on Limit, Save, Grow Act

Today, House Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger (TX) released the following statement after the House passed the Limit, Save, Grow Act.


Risch, Menendez, Schumer, McConnell Lead Colleagues in Introducing Resolution on 75th Anniversary of Founding of the State of Israel

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), ranking member and chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)


Risch, Coons, Booker, Scott Introduce Resolution Condemning Eswatini’s Human Rights Record

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-Del.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.)


Risch, Wicker on Announcement of Nuclear Consultative Group

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement on the administration’s decision to establish a Nuclear Consultative Group (NCG):


Ranking Member Risch Opening Statement at Hearing on FY2024 USAID Budget

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today gave the following opening remarks at a full committee hearing on the FY2024 United States Agency for International Development (USAID) budget.


Risch, Menendez Urge POTUS’ Support for Legitimate Democratic Process in Lebanon

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), ranking member and chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their concern regarding Lebanon’s ongoing political stalemate.


Risch, Scott Statement on Unrest in Sudan, 20 Years After Darfur Genocide

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Tim Scott (R-S.C.), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa, today released the following statement expressing concern over recent clashes between Sudan’s army and paramilitary forces, 20 years after the genocide in Darfur:


Risch Joins Wicker, Colleagues in Call to Free Vladimir Kara-Murza

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today joined Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.)