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Visa Restriction Policy on Undermining the Democratic Process in Sierra Leone
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Sierra Leone and around the world. Today, I am announcing a new visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for undermining the democratic process in the June 2023 Sierra Leone election.
International Day for People of African Descent
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: Every August 31st, the world comes together through the UN International Day for People of African Descent to honor the shared heritage, diverse culture, and profound influence of Africans and the global African diaspora. This day also serves as an opportunity to raise global awareness about the challenges of systemic racism, discrimination, and exclusion faced by individuals of African descent worldwide.
The Humanitarian Situation in Nagorno-Karabakh
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: We are deeply concerned about deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Nagorno-Karabakh resulting from the continued blockage of food, medicine, and other goods essential to a dignified existence. The United States has worked continuously with the sides over the past several weeks to allow humanitarian...
U.S. Applauds the Kyrgyz Republic’s Repatriation of its Nationals from Northeast Syria
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: The Kyrgyz Republic’s repatriation of 95 people from al-Hol and Roj displaced persons camps in northeast Syria marks another important step towards resolving the humanitarian and security challenges in the region. This is the second such repatriation effort that the Kyrgyz Republic has carried out this year, following the repatriation of 59 women and children in February.
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Romania and Italy
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Bucharest, Romania and Rome, Italy on September 5-8. On September 5-6 in Bucharest, he will participate in the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) Summit and meet with Romanian and regional government officials ...
U.S. Applauds the Kyrgyz Republic’s Repatriation of its Nationals from Northeast Syria
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: The Kyrgyz Republic’s repatriation of 95 people from al-Hol and Roj displaced persons camps in northeast Syria marks another important step towards resolving the humanitarian and security challenges in the region. This is the second such repatriation effort that the Kyrgyz Republic has carried out this year, following the repatriation of 59 women and children in February.
Deputy Secretary of State Verma Meeting with Costa Rican President Chaves
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.
Designating Two Individuals and One Entity in Response to the DPRK’s Failed Satellite Launch
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: The United States is today imposing sanctions on two individuals and one entity that have engaged in revenue generation activities that support the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK) unlawful weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programs. We are taking this action in close coordination with the Republic of Korea and Japan.
McCaul Leads Bipartisan Delegation to Europe
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: Washington, D.C. - Starting today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul is leading a congressional delegation (CODEL) to meet with allies and partners in Finland, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
Trinidad and Tobago National Day
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Trinidad and Tobago as you celebrate 61 years of independence.
Risch, McCaul Statement on Recent Coup in Gabon
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement on the recent coup in Gabon:
U.S. Applauds the Kyrgyz Republic’s Repatriation of its Nationals from Northeast Syria
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: The Kyrgyz Republic’s repatriation of 95 people from al-Hol and Roj displaced persons camps in northeast Syria marks another important step towards resolving the humanitarian and security challenges in the region. This is the second such repatriation effort that the Kyrgyz Republic has carried out this year, following the repatriation of 59 women and children in February.
Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Phee’s Conversation with Algerian Foreign Minister Attaf
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary Molly Phee spoke today with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf about the current crisis in Niger. Assistant Secretary Phee underscored strong U.S. support for the principled stand taken by ECOWAS in defense of democracy and constitutional order in Niger. Foreign Minister Attaf...
International Day for People of African Descent
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: Every August 31st, the world comes together through the UN International Day for People of African Descent to honor the shared heritage, diverse culture, and profound influence of Africans and the global African diaspora. This day also serves as an opportunity to raise global awareness about the challenges of systemic racism, discrimination, and exclusion faced by individuals of African descent worldwide.
Trinidad and Tobago National Day
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Trinidad and Tobago as you celebrate 61 years of independence.
Conviction and Sentencing of Individuals Charged in Connection with the Killing of U.S. Citizen Stephen Troell in Baghdad, Iraq
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: We welcome the Iraqi court’s decision to convict and sentence multiple individuals on terrorism charges for their roles in the killing of U.S. citizen Stephen Troell. It is critical that all those responsible for the brutal, premeditated assassination of Mr. Troell face justice and accountability. We once again extend our condolences to Mr. Troell’s family and hope this verdict brings them some measure of justice.
United States and Nepal Mark Start of Child Protection Compact Partnership Discussions
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: Last week U.S. and Nepali officials commenced a series of meetings to negotiate the terms of a Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership, a non binding, multi-year comprehensive plan to address child sex trafficking and forced child labor in Nepal. The partnership includes a planned initial investment...
Assistant Secretary Pyatt’s Travel to Romania and Italy
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR) Geoffrey R. Pyatt will travel to Bucharest, Romania and Rome, Italy on September 5-8. On September 5-6 in Bucharest, he will participate in the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) Summit and meet with Romanian and regional government officials ...
Uzbekistan Independence Day
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send my congratulations to the people of Uzbekistan as they celebrate their Independence Day on September 1.
Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to Israel, Turkey
By State Newswire | Sep 1, 2023
Release: Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Mallory Stewart, will travel to Jerusalem and Ankara during the week of September 4-9.