State Newswire Report News
Bahrain and Qatar Restore Diplomatic Ties
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
The United States congratulates our key partners Bahrain and Qatar on their decision to resume diplomatic ties.
Terrorist Designation of Hurras al-Din Leader
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
The United States remains committed to disrupting al-Qa’ida affiliates who exploit under-governed spaces and conflict zones in Syria
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Lenderking’s Travel to the Gulf
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking is traveling to the Gulf on April 11 to support ongoing efforts to secure a new agreement on a comprehensive peace process.
Special Representative for Afghanistan West’s April 11 – 18 Travel to Qatar, UAE, Istanbul
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
In Doha, Special Representative for Afghanistan (SRA) Thomas West will meet with Qatari colleagues, Afghan civil society leaders, and partner missions.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke yesterday with UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Terrorist Attacks in Tel Aviv and the West Bank
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
The United States strongly condemns today’s terrorist attacks in the West Bank and Tel Aviv.
U.S. Welcomes Canada’s Repatriation from Northeast Syria
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
The United States appreciates Canada’s repatriation today of 14 women and children from displaced persons camps in northeast Syria.
Outcomes of the 52nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
As we mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 30th anniversary of the Vienna Declaration and Program of Action this year, the United States will continue to place its commitment to multilateral engagement and human rights at the center of U.S. foreign policy.
One-Year Anniversary of the Yemen Truce’s Commencement
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Today marks one year since the UN-meditated truce in Yemen began and initiated the longest period of calm since the war started.
U.S. Welcomes Norway’s Repatriation of Nationals from Northeast Syria
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
This week, Norway repatriated two women and three children from displaced persons camps in northeast Syria.
Special Online Briefing with U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador Julianne Smith
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s London International Media Hub.
Special Online Briefing with U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador Julianne Smith
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s London International Media Hub. I would like to welcome our participants dialing in from South and Central Asia and around the world for this on-the-record briefing with U.S. Permanent Representative to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Ambassador Julianne Smith.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Cohen
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Eli Cohen this evening and reaffirmed the importance of the enduring U.S. – Israel bilateral relationship.
Judgment in Certain Iranian Assets Case
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Today the International Court of Justice issued a judgment in the Certain Iranian Assets case rejecting the vast majority of Iran’s case under the now-terminated Treaty of Amity.
Digital Briefing with Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s London International Media Hub.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Al Sabah
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Salem Al Sabah to discuss shared regional and global priorities.
Targeting Syrian and Lebanese Illicit Drug Traffickers
By State Newswire Report | Apr 14, 2023
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s family members and associates rely on the illicit drug trade to fund his regime’s violent oppression and abuse of the Syrian people.
Outcomes of the 52nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council
By State Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
As we mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 30th anniversary of the Vienna Declaration and Program of Action this year, the United States will continue to place its commitment to multilateral engagement and human rights at the center of U.S. foreign policy.
U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction in Africa: Stabilizing Conflict-Affected Areas, Promoting Environmental Resilience
By State Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The United States invests in conventional weapons destruction in Africa to foster lasting peace, security, and prosperity.
Senegal National Day
By State Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
On behalf of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to President Sall and the people of Senegal as you celebrate 63 years of independence.