100 Days of Captivity in Gaza
January 14 marks 100 days of captivity for more than 130 people, including six Americans, who were taken hostage by Hamas during its brutal attack on Israel on October 7.…
Recognizing the Democratic Transition in Guatemala
The United States congratulates Bernardo Arévalo and Karin Herrera on their inaugurations as President and Vice President of Guatemala. We applaud the Guatemalan people for advancing the cause of democracy…
Federal Trade Commission Seeks Public Comments on Improvements to the EnergyGuide Labeling Rule
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments on proposed improvements to the Energy Labeling Rule to modernize and expand its coverage to help reduce energy costs for consumers. The…
One Year Anniversary of #WithoutJustCause Political Prisoners Initiative
Around the world, an estimated one million individuals find themselves behind bars as political prisoners. Among them are individuals held unjustly for exercising human rights and fundamental freedoms, or detained…
The United States Takes Action in Response to DPRK-Russia Ballistic Missile Transfers and Testing
The United States will continue to disrupt and expose arms transfers between the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Russia. As part of that continued effort, the Department of…
Taking Action in Response to DPRK-Russia Ballistic Missile Transfers and Testing
The Department of State is imposing sanctions on three Russian entities and one individual involved in the transfer and testing of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) ballistic missiles for…
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. The Secretary and External Affairs Minister discussed…
Statement on Narco-Criminal Violence in Ecuador
Since January 9, Ecuador has experienced appalling levels of violence and terrorism at the hands of narco-criminal elements targeting innocent civilians. More than 100 prison guards are being held hostage…
Welcoming the First Subsea Cable Between South America and the Indo-Pacific Region
The United States welcomes today’s announcement by the Government of Chile and Google, launching the Humboldt subsea cable route connecting Chile to Australia via French Polynesia. This is the first-ever…
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul. Secretary Blinken congratulated Foreign Minister Cho on assuming his new role and reaffirmed the…