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Department Press Briefing – March 1, 2021 – United States Department of State
2:47 p.m. EST MR PRICE: I’m sorry on two fronts: one, that we’re starting a couple minutes late, and two,…
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Briefing with Consular Affairs Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Visa Services Julie M. Stufft on the Current Status of Immigrant Visa Processing at Embassies and Consulates – United States Department of State
MR PRICE: Good morning, everyone, and thanks for joining us for this briefing to discuss the current status of immigrant…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerian Foreign Minister Onyeama – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Foreign Minister Geoffrey…
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United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the People of Yemen – United States Department of State
Today, I announced nearly $191 million in additional humanitarian assistance at the virtual 2021 High-Level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken at the 2021 High-Level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you so much, Secretary-General Guterres. Foreign Minister Cassis, Foreign Minister Linde, Under-Secretary-General Lowcock, everyone in the UN…
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60th Anniversary of the Peace Corps – United States Department of State
Today, we mark the 60th anniversary of the United States Peace Corps and celebrate the volunteers and staff who have…
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Honoring the Contributions of the Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands – United States Department of State
March 1 is Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Seventy-five years ago, the United States…
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Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia – United States Department of State
The United States strongly condemns the Houthis’ attacks on population centers in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, February 27. These attacks…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Rosemary Barton of Canadian Broadcasting Corporation – United States Department of State
QUESTION: Secretary Blinken, nice of you to make the time. Appreciate it. SECRETARY BLINKEN: It’s good to be with you.…
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Atrocities in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region – United States Department of State
The United States is gravely concerned by reported atrocities and the overall deteriorating situation in the Tigray region of Ethiopia. …
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Dominican Republic Independence Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send congratulations to the people of the Dominican…
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Honoring Boris Nemtsov on the Sixth Anniversary of his Murder – United States Department of State
We honor the memory of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, who was shot and killed within sight of the Kremlin’s…
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The United States and Canada: Neighbors, Friends, and Allies – United States Department of State
“Canada is one of our closest allies, and I look forward to working in partnership to advance our shared interests…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken Virtual Discussion with Students on Ice – United States Department of State
MR GREEN: Good afternoon. Hello and bonjour, Secretary – Mr. Secretary. It’s a pleasure to meet you. My name is…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken At a Press Availability – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. Very good to see everyone, and very nice to be back in your room. Let me…
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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken to Participate in the 2021 High-Level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen – United States Department of State
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will lead the U.S. delegation to the virtual donor conference co-hosted by the United…
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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Mexican Foreign Secretary Ebrard – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary Antony J. Blinken met virtually today with Mexican Foreign Secretary Marcelo…
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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Mexican Secretary of Economy Clouthier – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary Antony J. Blinken met virtually today with Mexican Secretary of Economy…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Canadian Foreign Minister Marc Garneau Before Their Meeting – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: And our colleagues are here. FOREIGN MINISTER GARNEAU: Well, thank you very much, Tony. Great to see you…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken to U.S. Mission Canada – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you so much, and greetings, Mission Canada. Bonjour, tout le monde. I am so pleased to be with…
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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary Antony J. Blinken met virtually today with Canadian Prime Minister Justin…
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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Garneau – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary Antony J. Blinken met virtually today with Canadian Foreign Minister Marc…
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Accountability for the Murder of Jamal Khashoggi – United States Department of State
In October 2018, the world was horrified by the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a lawful permanent resident of the…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken To U.S. Mission Mexico – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, John, thank you very, very much, and hello, everybody. It is wonderful to be with you virtually, and…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken at “Enter Mexico” Through El Paso/Ciudad Juarez Port of Entry Tour – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: I do indeed. And I just want to start, Director, by saying that was a remarkable tour and…
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Mexican Foreign Secretary Marcelo Ebrard Before Their Meeting – United States Department of State
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good morning. Great to see you, Marcello. FOREIGN SECRETARY EBRARD: (Via interpreter) Thank you for being here today. …
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The United States and Mexico: Strategic Partners and Neighbors – United States Department of State
“We value our bond with Mexico and are committed to the nearly 200-year-old bilateral relationship.” – Secretary Antony J. Blinken, January…
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Department Press Briefing – February 25, 2021 – United States Department of State
2:32 p.m. EST MR PRICE: Good afternoon. A few things at the top. To start things off, you probably saw…
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Religious Freedom Concerns in Russia – United States Department of State
We are disturbed by reports that a Russian court sentenced Valentina Baranovskaya and her son, Roman Baranovsky, to terms of…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister al-Sabah – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with the Foreign Minister…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Dutch Foreign Minister Blok – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Dutch Foreign Minister Stef…
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Briefing with Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Acting Assistant Secretary Julie J. Chung On Secretary Blinken’s Upcoming Virtual Trip to Canada and Mexico – United States Department of State
MR PRICE: Thanks very much for that. And good morning, everyone, and thank you for joining this on-the-record call to…
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Designation of Former Prosecutor General Dobroslav Trnka of the Slovak Republic for Involvement in Significant Corruption – United States Department of State
Today, I am announcing the public designation of former Prosecutor General Dobroslav Trnka of the Slovak Republic due to his…
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Designation of Former Prosecutor General Dobroslav Trnka of the Slovak Republic for Involvement in Significant Corruptions – United States Department of State
Today, I am announcing the public designation of former Prosecutor General Dobroslav Trnka of the Slovak Republic due to his…
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On the Occasion of Kuwait’s National Day and Liberation Day – United States Department of State
Thirty years ago, Kuwait, the United States, and our international coalition partners stood together with unity of purpose and partnership…
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Secretary Blinken’s Virtual Travel to Mexico and Canada – United States Department of State
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will embark tomorrow on his first “virtual trip,” visiting Mexico and Canada on February…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Bruneian Foreign Minister II Erywan – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Bruneian Foreign Minister II…
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Department Press Briefing – February 24, 2021 – United States Department of State
2:36 p.m. EST MR PRICE: So let’s go ahead and get started. We do have some groundbreaking news to start…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Omani Foreign Minister Al-Busaidi – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr…
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U.S.-Canada High-Level Ministerial Dialogue on Climate Ambition – United States Department of State
Three years ago, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued a stark warning to the global community, concluding that…
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Investing in Diversity and Inclusion at State – United States Department of State
The State Department has the honor of representing the American people to the world. To do that well, we must…
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Putting Human Rights at the Center of U.S. Foreign Policy – United States Department of State
The United States is committed to a world in which human rights are protected, their defenders are celebrated, and those…
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Estonian National Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send congratulations to the people of Estonia as…
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Supporting a Healthy, Sustainable Mekong River – United States Department of State
The United States supports transparency and accountability in managing transboundary resources. For decades, these values have guided our work to…
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Arrest of Opposition Members in Georgia – United States Department of State
The United States is deeply troubled by the arrest of opposition leader Nika Melia and other members of the opposition…
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On the Confirmation of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield – United States Department of State
Today’s Senate confirmation of Linda Thomas-Greenfield as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations reinforces President Biden’s commitment to…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Egyptian Foreign Minister Shoukry – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Egyptian Foreign Minister…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Polish Foreign Minister Rau – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Cabo Verdean Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defense Figueiredo – United States Department of State
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with the Cabo Verdean Minister…
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