News from 2023
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.
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.
18 press releases or notices published in December 2022 by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were 18 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs in December 2022.
The U.S. Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Launch a Call for Concept Proposals for the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition Program
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: The Department of State, in partnership with USAID, has launched the Blended Finance for the Energy Transition (BFET) program by issuing an initial request for concept proposals for private sector-led blended finance structures.
U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious Freedom publishes three press releases or notices in December 2022
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were three press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious Freedom in December 2022.
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting With President Abinader and FM Álvarez of the Dominican Republic
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.
Bahrain and Qatar Restore Diplomatic Ties
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
News Release: The United States congratulates our key partners Bahrain and Qatar on their decision to resume diplomatic ties. This breakthrough represents a crucial step in our collective efforts to forge a more integrated, stable, peaceful, and prosperous region. The United States has sought to promote regional integration and de-escalation, including among these two important partners and Gulf Cooperation Council member states.
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism publishes four press releases or notices in January
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were four press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism in January.
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry’s Travel to Japan
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Sapporo, Japan, April 14-16 and Tokyo, Japan, April 17-18. In Sapporo, Secretary Kerry will continue efforts to advance international cooperation on combating the climate crisis at the G7 Ministers’ Meeting on Climate, Energy, and Environment.
Counselor Chollet’s Travel to Singapore and the Republic of Korea
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: Counselor Derek Chollet will lead a delegation to Singapore and Seoul, the Republic of Korea (ROK) April 13-17. Joined by Ambassador and head of the Sanctions Coordination Office Jim O’Brien, Counselor Chollet will engage with senior government leaders and key stakeholders on bilateral and regional issues.
Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting on Economic Development in the Dominican Republic
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs publishes 18 press releases or notices in December 2022
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
There were 18 press releases or notices published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs in December 2022.
Bahrain and Qatar Restore Diplomatic Ties
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Release: The United States congratulates our key partners Bahrain and Qatar on their decision to resume diplomatic ties. This breakthrough represents a crucial step in our collective efforts to forge a more integrated, stable, peaceful, and prosperous region. The United States has sought to promote regional integration and de-escalation, including among these two important partners and Gulf Cooperation Council member states.
DOS-INL grant application closes on June 2
By State Newswire | Apr 14, 2023
Implementation of the Gang Resistance Education And Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program - Training and Technical Assistance Support through Central America grant opened on April 14.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.