Release of U.S. Citizen Held Hostage in West Africa
We welcome the release of U.S. citizen Jeffery Woodke, who was held hostage in West Africa for more than six years. I spoke with Jeffery’s family today and am pleased…
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita Before Their Meeting
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon. It’s a great pleasure to welcome my friend, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, here to the State Department, back to the State Department. We have a…
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Synthesis Report
Today’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Synthesis Report is clear: our climate is warming at an unprecedented rate, and the window is closing just as quickly for the world…
Acting Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Erin Barclay on the 2022 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices
MR PATEL: All right, thanks, everybody. I’m going to turn the floor over now to Assistant Secretary Barclay, who’s going to make some remarks. And then her and Ambassador Van…
Nowruz Message – United States Department of State
I wish a happy Nowruz to all those celebrating around the world. I hope the new year brings you happiness, health, and prosperity. Nowruz is a symbol of rebirth. It…
War Crimes, Crimes Against Humanity, and Ethnic Cleansing in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is now emerging from two years of a brutal conflict in the north, during which all parties committed atrocities. With the November 2, 2022 cessation of hostilities agreement (COHA)…
Aruba National Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I send best wishes to the people of Aruba on your celebration of the 37th anniversary of your National Anthem and Flag…
U.S. Department of State Announces Changes to its Minimum Medical Qualification Standard for Career Department of State Foreign Service Applicants
The U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce changes to its minimum medical qualification standard for career Foreign Service applicants to further advance its commitment to hire a workforce…
The Departure of Dr. Karen Donfried
For the last 18 months, Dr. Karen Donfried has led the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs with the utmost skill and commitment during a pivotal time. As she prepares…
Joint Communique from the March 19 meeting in Sharm El Sheikh
The following text reflects the Joint Communique following today’s meeting in Sharm El Sheikh Egypt: At the invitation of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Jordanian, Israeli, Palestinian and U.S. political…