Murder of Guatemalan Trade Union Leader Anastacio Tzib Caal
The United States condemns the June 15 murder of the recently elected secretary general of the Guatemalan trade union at the Texpia II garment factory, Anastacio Tzib Caal. We extend…
Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Republic of Cyprus Foreign Minister Kombos
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Republic of Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos. The Secretary and Foreign Minister reaffirmed the…
Secretary Blinken to Deliver Remarks at Launch of U.S. Department of State-YouTube Global Music Partnership
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will deliver remarks to launch the U.S. Department of State-YouTube Global Music Partnership, as part of the Global Music Diplomacy Initiative, at 4:30 p.m.…
The United States-European Union Dialogue on Climate and Security
On June 14, 2024, the European External Action Service hosted the United States in Brussels for a bilateral dialogue on the far-reaching impacts of the climate crisis and environmental degradation…
Discussions on Deterring Malicious Cyber Activity and the UN Framework
On June 13 and 14, 2024, the United States Department of State hosted 22 countries and the European Union for discussions focused on efforts to deter malicious cyber activity and…
Terrorist Designation of Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya
The United States remains committed to countering the malign influence of Iran, the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism, and to degrading and disrupting the ability of Iran-aligned militia groups…
On the Sentencing of Women’s Rights Activist Huang Xueqin and Labor Rights Activist Wang Jianbing
The United States condemns the unjust sentencing of independent journalist and women’s rights activist Huang Xueqin (Sophia Huang) as well as labor rights activist Wang Jianbing. The People’s Republic of…
Assistant Secretary Stewart Travels to Czechia
Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability Mallory Stewart will travel to Prague, Czechia, June 17-18. During her visit, Assistant Secretary Stewart will attend the 7th Prague…
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…