Targeting Houthi Weapons Procurement Networks
Since November 2023, the Houthis have recklessly threatened global freedom of navigation in the Red Sea. Today, we are sanctioning key actors, including some based in the PRC, who have…
On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha
On behalf of the United States, I extend warm wishes for a blessed Eid al-Adha to Muslims celebrating here and across the world. For the millions of Muslims who performed…
Actions to Support Ukraine’s Economic Recovery
Last week, the United States Government participated in the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin, Germany. The conference convened over 1,500 representatives from governments, businesses, and civil society to mobilize support…
U.S.-Armenia Local Democracy Forum in Yerevan, Armenia
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard R. Verma and President of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan opened the U.S.-Armenia Local Democracy Forum on June 17 in Yerevan, Armenia. The…
Professional Fellows Congress: Advancing Good Governance, Economic Empowerment, and Civic Engagement
Under the theme of “The Exchange Effect: Creating Global Leadership in an Uncertain World,” the U.S. Department of State hosted more than 150 business and community leaders from 49 countries…
Terrorist Designations of ISIS Members
The United States continues to cooperate with the Republic of Türkiye to counter ISIS and disrupt ISIS facilitation networks, along with a broad variety of terrorist threats. In that vein,…
Sanctioning Israeli Group for Disrupting and Destroying Humanitarian Aid to Civilians
The Department of State is today designating Tzav 9, a violent extremist Israeli group that has been blocking, harassing, and damaging convoys carrying lifesaving humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians in…
Terrorist Designations of Nordic Resistance Movement and Three Leaders
The Department of State is today designating Nordic Resistance Movement (NRM) and three of its leaders as Specially Designated Global Terrorists. The United States remains deeply concerned about the racially…
Assistant Secretary Sison’s Travel to Malta and Japan
Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Michele Sison will travel to Valletta, Malta, and Tokyo, Japan, June 17-21. Assistant Secretary Sison will meet with Maltese Foreign Minister Ian…
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Malawi President Chakwera
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera. Secretary Blinken expressed his deep sadness and extended his…