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Release: In accordance with our commitment to increased transparency, the U.S. Government has declassified and released portions of the President’s Daily Briefs related to Chile from September 8, 1973 and Sept. 11, 1973. They are now available via the following links.

Elections in Gabon

Release: As Gabonese prepare to head to the polls tomorrow, the United States encourages the Gabonese people to exercise their right to vote and make their voices heard. Elections are a fundamental part of a functioning democracy, and all Gabonese deserve this chance to choose their future without fear of repression or intimidation. We affirm the importance of election observation and call on all actors to commit to free, fair, and peaceful elections.

Assistant Secretary Phee’s Travel to Nigeria, Chad, and Ghana

Release: Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee will travel to Nigeria, Chad, and Ghana from August 25-29, 2023. During this trip, she will engage with regional heads of state to discuss U.S. support for ECOWAS and regional leadership in responding to the crisis in Niger. In Chad, she will...

On Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Sudan

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.

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park and Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi

Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.

Ukraine National Day

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.

Melanie H. Higgins

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...

G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement On the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea

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.

U.S. Sanctions Individuals Contributing to the Recent Escalation of Conflict in the DRC

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...

Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry at the Scottish Global Dialogues in Edinburgh, Scotland

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.

Israel’s Commitments to Extend Reciprocal Privileges to All U.S. Citizens

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...

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

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.

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

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 ...

Selection of Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin

Release: The United States congratulates Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on his selection as Thailand’s next prime minister. This year, we celebrate 190 years of formal diplomatic relations, making the U.S.-Thai partnership one of our oldest relationships in the world. Together, as friends and allies, we have deepened mutual prosperity, improved security in the region, faced global public health challenges, and forged strong people-to-people ties.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken Video Remarks at the Crimea Platform Summit

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Hello, everyone. Thank you, President Zelenskyy, for convening us for the third Crimea Platform Summit.

United States Takes Actions to Combat Illicit Activity Utilizing Virtual Currency

Release: Today, in a whole-of-government effort, the United States is taking actions against two of the three co-founders of the sanctioned virtual currency mixer Tornado Cash for their roles facilitating the laundering of cryptocurrency stolen by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).

Expanding Burma Sanctions Authorities and Imposing Sanctions on Additional Jet Fuel Suppliers

Release: Today, the United States expanded the use of its Burma-related sanctions authorities to allow for sanctions to be imposed on any foreign individual or entity determined to be operating in the jet fuel sector of Burma’s economy. This expands our ability to exert pressure on Burma’s military regime while further supporting the people of Burma.

The United States Announces Humanitarian Assistance for the Western Hemisphere Regional Migration Program

Release: Today, the United States announced more than $16 million in humanitarian assistance as a contribution to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for capacity building efforts through the Western Hemisphere Regional Migration Program (WHP).

Kevin K. Sullivan

By State Newswire | Aug 23, 2023

News Release: Ambassador Kevin K. Sullivan was confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Nicaragua on Oct. 11, 2018. He most recently served as the Deputy Permanent Representative to the United States Mission to the Organization of American States in Washington, D.C. Previously, he served as Deputy Chief of Mission/Chargé d’Affaires in Buenos Aires, Argentina and Deputy Chief of Mission at the United States Embassy in Lilongwe, Malawi.