State Newswire News
Japan’s Release of Treated Water
By State Newswire | Aug 26, 2023
News Release: Japan suffered a tragedy on March 11, 2011, when a 9.1 magnitude earthquake - the fourth most powerful ever recorded - and a subsequent tsunami devastated the Tohoku region. Nearly 20,000 people were killed, thousands were injured, and 2,500 went missing. We continue to grieve with the people of Japan who suffered so greatly from this natural disaster and who have shown the world their courage and resilience in recovering.
TUNE IN: Chairman McCaul to Join Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures” This Sunday at 10amET/9amCT
By State Newswire | Aug 26, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul will join “Sunday Morning Futures" with Maria Bartiromo this Sunday, August 27th.
On Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Sudan
By State Newswire | Aug 26, 2023
News Release: The United States strongly condemns pervasive conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Sudan, which credible sources including victims have attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied militias. The numerous reports of rape, gang rape, and other forms of gender-based violence against women and girls in West Darfur and other areas are deeply disturbing. These acts of brutality contribute to an emerging pattern of targeted ethnic violence.
On Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Sudan
By State Newswire | Aug 26, 2023
Release: The United States strongly condemns pervasive conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Sudan, which credible sources including victims have attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied militias. The numerous reports of rape, gang rape, and other forms of gender-based violence against women and girls in West Darfur and other areas are deeply disturbing. These acts of brutality contribute to an emerging pattern of targeted ethnic violence.
Ukraine National Day
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: I want to congratulate all Ukrainians on their Independence Day. August 24th is a testament to Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and democracy and a day of pride in Ukraine’s strength and resilience. It is also a day of celebration of Ukrainian heritage and culture.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park and Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportation of Children During Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: Today, on Ukrainian Independence Day, the Department of State is imposing sanctions and pursuing visa restrictions to promote accountability for individuals and entities connected to forcible transfer and deportation of Ukraine’s children. Some targets are being designated pursuant to Executive Order ...
U.S. Sanctions Individuals Contributing to the Recent Escalation of Conflict in the DRC
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on six individuals contributing to the most recent escalation of conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Each of these individuals is contributing to instability in the eastern DRC and, in many cases, perpetrating human rights abuses,...
U.S. Sanctions Individuals Contributing to the Recent Escalation of Conflict in the DRC
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on six individuals contributing to the most recent escalation of conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Each of these individuals is contributing to instability in the eastern DRC and, in many cases, perpetrating human rights abuses, ...
Ukraine National Day
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: I want to congratulate all Ukrainians on their Independence Day. August 24th is a testament to Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and democracy and a day of pride in Ukraine’s strength and resilience. It is also a day of celebration of Ukrainian heritage and culture.
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry at the Scottish Global Dialogues in Edinburgh, Scotland
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: Good afternoon everyone, and thank you for inviting me to share some thoughts with you today. Mark Muller Stuart, I am especially grateful for your role in making this possible, and thank you to the Signet for hosting.
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportation of Children During Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: Today, on Ukrainian Independence Day, the Department of State is imposing sanctions and pursuing visa restrictions to promote accountability for individuals and entities connected to forcible transfer and deportation of Ukraine’s children. Some targets are being designated pursuant to Executive Order...
Israel’s Commitments to Extend Reciprocal Privileges to All U.S. Citizens
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: On July 19, 2023, the United States and Israel signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the Extension of Reciprocal Privileges and the Visa Waiver Program (MOU on Reciprocity), which details the steps Israel is committed to take to extend reciprocal privileges to all U.S. citizens and nationals traveling ...
Melanie H. Higgins
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: Melanie Harris Higgins is currently serving as a Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, covering portfolios that include U.S. policy engagement in southern Africa as well as regional peace and security programs across sub-Saharan Africa. She is a career member of the Senior Foreign...
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities Russia to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportation of Children During Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: Today, on Ukrainian Independence Day, the United States is taking additional actions against entities and individuals, including those connected to human rights violations and abuses committed since Russia’s invasion.
The Sixth Anniversary of Genocide Against Rohingya
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: On Aug. 25, the sixth anniversary of genocide against Rohingya, the United States stands with the victims and survivors and reaffirms our commitment to pursue justice and accountability for the atrocities committed by the Burma military. We are deeply grateful to the Government and the people of Bangladesh for giving shelter and refuge to nearly one million Rohingya, as well as other countries in the region hosting Rohingya refugees.
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement On the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Notice of Department of State Sanctions Actions discussed on Aug. 24 by State Department
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
The US State Department published a three page notice on Aug. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement On the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
Release: The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities Russia to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportation of Children During Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
By State Newswire | Aug 25, 2023
News Release: Today, on Ukrainian Independence Day, the United States is taking additional actions against entities and individuals, including those connected to human rights violations and abuses committed since Russia’s invasion.