News from May 2023


Remarks at a UN General Assembly Debate on Use of the Veto

Thank you, Mr. President.  The Security Council needs to better reflect the UN today – particularly by including geographically diverse perspectives – so that it can better respond to 21st century challenges, which is imperative for the Council’s continued relevance and credibility.


Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with Serbian Foreign Minister Ivica Dačić

The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Nate Evans:


Media Note: Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield to Visit Brazil

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Representative to the United Nations, will travel to Brasilia and Salvador, Brazil, May 2-4. While in Brazil, Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield will meet with senior Brazilian officials, civil society, and NGOs.


Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Kosovo

Thank you. Thank you, Special Representative Ziadeh, for your briefing. And thank you, Foreign Minister Gervalla and Foreign Minister Dacic for participating in today’s session.


Additional Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on Kosovo

As long as we’re on this issue of the language, I just want to state for the record that my understanding of this language issue as raised first by the Foreign Minister of Kosovo, then the presidency, and then the Permanent Representative of Albania coincides 100 percent with the explanation provided by the Permanent Representative of Albania.



Explanation of Vote Following the Adoption of a UN Security Council Resolution Condemning the Taliban’s Repression of Women and Girls

Good afternoon, colleagues. Today, the Security Council has sent a clear, unanimous message to the Taliban and to the world: We will not stand for the Taliban’s repression of women and girls.



Remarks by Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield During a Panel on Elevating Local Leadership on Global Priorities at the “Cities Summit of the Americas&

MR. TONY PIPA: So, Ambassador, Mayor, I’m really privileged to be here in this conversation with you – two leaders that I really deeply admire – just to continue discussing, as we’ve been, about how to elevate local city leadership on global priorities and within traditional global governance.


Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield During a Press Availability at the “Cities Summit of the Americas”

AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: Good afternoon, everyone. I am really delighted to be here at the Cities Summit.


Remarks at a UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting on the Abduction and Deportation of Children During Armed Conflict

Thank you very, very much. I would like to thank everyone for participating in today’s important discussion on the global issue of the abduction and deportation of children during situations of armed conflict.


Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield During a Fireside Chat with Dr. Fritz Mayer, Dean of the Josef Korbel School at the University of Denver

AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: (In progress) and [Madeleine Albright] presented herself in that way until she passed away.


Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield During a Press Availability at the ECDC African Community Center of Denver, Colorado

AMBASSADOR LINDA THOMAS-GREENFIELD: Good afternoon, everyone. I’m really pleased to be here with all of you at the African Center



Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with Colombian President Gustavo Petro

The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Nate Evans:


Israel National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I want to offer congratulations to all Israelis on the 75th anniversary of Israel’s statehood.


DOS-DRL grant application closes on June 14

DRL Strengthening Migrant Workers' Rights in Southeast Asia grant opened on May 1.


“DISASTROUS WITHDRAWAL FROM AFGHANISTAN” published by the Congressional Record in the House section on April 26

“DISASTROUS WITHDRAWAL FROM AFGHANISTAN“ was published in the House section on page H2040 on April 26


Sanctioning Russian Federation and Iranian State Actors Responsible for the Wrongful Detention of U.S. Nationals

Release: The United States has no higher commitment than bringing home wrongfully detained Americans. Today, we are promoting accountability for those responsible for wrongfully detaining U.S. nationals abroad. Our actions are a clear and direct warning to those around the world who wrongfully detain U.S. nationals of the potential consequences of their actions.


McCaul on Kyrgyz Court Decision to Terminate Local Radio Free Europe Station

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul issued the following statement on the Kyrgyz government’s decision to halt operations of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty’s local outlet, Radio Azattyk.