I am smiling this morning at the news that the New START Treaty is extended for five years. Congratulations to all who made it happen in Washington and Moscow! The extension clearly serves U.S. national security interests. state.gov/new-start-trea
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Rose Gottemoeller
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Steven C. Házy Lecturer . Research Fellow . Former Deputy Secretary General.
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The Kremlin's nuclear saber-rattling has quieted down somewhat, but concerns over use of chemical or biological WMDs remain. Thank you for having me on !
In Belgrade today, greatly honoured to meet President Vucic on the day of his inauguration celebration. #Serbia
Like every American, I remember exactly where I was when the planes hit on Sept 11, 2001. It is a sad and solemn day for us. My heart goes out to every person who lost a dear one.
Adorable kids! Lovely dancers! Fantastic trumpeter! Quite a show. Thanks for a great evening. #Serbia
First day in new #NATO HQ: I feel like a kid on 1st day of school - had to find my desk this morning! My office is beautiful, and so is the Agora.
Very proud and honored to be named Chevalier dans l’ordre de la Légion d’Honneur by 🇫🇷 Ambassador to NATO . A very big thank you, mille fois merci, to the Republic of France!
Honored to attend a great speech today by President at . So glad to hear about Ukraine’s successful digitization: Silicon Valley should continue to help!
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Thrilled to announce that my book “Negotiating the New START Treaty” will be published soon! Planned to come out this spring!
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Proud to mark #IDAHOT2017 today. #NATO is committed to diversity and inclusion - these values make us stronger and safer.
Nuclear diplomacy with Russia could avert the threat of Armageddon | Financial Times. I argue we need to lower the nuclear temperature, but not endanger sovereignty and independence.
The nuclear attacks at Hiroshima and Nagasaki were so horrific that they created not a precedent but a 77-year taboo. The Kremlin should not be eager to break it.
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Vladimir Putin: "The United States is the only country in history that has used nuclear weapons. Creating, by the way, a precedent." This second phrase about the "precedent" is very disturbing
So sad to see taken off the MinJustice list of permitted NGOs in Moscow. From 2006-08, I was Director: some of the best years of my life. Wonderful staff and experts. I am mourning.
Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia #IDAHOT2019
At #NATO, we are proud to stand for human rights, freedom, and inclusion.
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Hi all! First tweet from Brussels. Proud to take office as Deputy SecGen today. In these challenging times, #NATO more important than ever.
#September11 is a somber day at #NATO, as we remember the attack on our Ally the United States. The attack resulted in the 1st invocation of Article 5 of the Washington Treaty, our trigger for mutual defense. Allies stood together on that occasion & will stand together in future.
Hello everybody! It's been one year since I left #NATO. Still miss friends in Brussels, but settled in California at last. is great! Wonderful colleagues like , , Rod Ewing, , . Great to be back on Twitter!
1/ A non-exhaustive thread on ways to donate and offer humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine in this horrifying war.
Calling all young people interested in WMD arms control and fluent in Russian: come work as my research assistant at ! You will get to work on pressing arms control issues in the midst of our vibrant community at CISAC and FSI:
Investing in women is not just the smart choice, it’s the only choice for lasting peace & security. is playing its part in strengthening women’s voices, everywhere from our meetings to our missions: bit.do/eKwgB #IWD19
Thank you for letting me tell my tales from inside the very male world of nuclear diplomacy:
Honoured to be joining Stanford University’s Freeman Spogli Institute and Hoover Institution as Payne Distinguished Lecturer. A big thank you, once again, to all my friends & colleagues at #NATO!
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I hope those young women sitting in the second row before too long will come to the front because that’s where they belong. #WPS @NATO1325
Pleasure to visit Camp Ādaži today & meet troops from 🇱🇻 🇨🇦 🇦🇱 🇮🇹 🇵🇱 🇸🇰 🇸🇮 🇪🇸 serving in #NATO's battlegroup in Latvia. Deeply grateful for their service, helping to defend our Alliance and preserve peace.
#NATO steps boldly into 2019 with new commitments to women, peace and security. We've been working for many years to put it at the forefront of our agenda & this year we will be extending the scope of gender equality to other areas.
Read my full remarks:
A pleasure to meet HCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie at #NATO HQ during her visit today & discuss how best we can combine our efforts to protect women & prevent sexual violence in conflict. #WomenPeaceSecurity #WeAreNATO @NATO1325
Ten years ago, on February 5, 2011, the #NewSTART Treaty entered into force. The negotiations were a tough and winding road. This spring, you will be able to read all about them in my book “Negotiating the New START Treaty”:
cambriapress.com/cambriapress.c
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Today #NATO celebrates anniversary of 2004 accession, welcoming 7 countries. Together we are stronger & safer! 🇧🇬🇪🇪🇱🇻🇱🇹🇷🇴🇸🇰🇸🇮
Loved visiting 🇺🇸troops today in #Poland: thank you, guys! Also loved seeing what Polish, Croatian, Romanian & UK troops are doing. Not all are guys :)
Last week #NATO Allies signed the accession protocol for 🇲🇰 - a net gain in security & stability for the Alliance and a step to provide greater security & stability in the Balkans.
Listen to my interview with :
For rising intl security experts: my favorite place to learn is the Arms Control Negotiation Academy! This prestigious fellowship will develop your research and negotiation skills and even let you feel the vibe of history in Reykjavik! Apply before May 2:
So honored to meet my old boss . Lots to talk about: I am proud of the alliance in the midst of this terrible crisis. Allies doing a lot to help on defense and humanitarian fronts.
One hundred years since Lithuania declared independence on Feb 16: glad to be in #Vilnius to help start the celebration #100! 🇱🇹
I mourn the passing of Secretary of State George Shultz, a great statesman and wonderful human being. I am glad I could celebrate his 100th birthday with him in December, with a crowd of his many admirers. He was a true leader on nuclear disarmament.
Nuclear arms control treaty negotiations cannot be done on a drive-by basis. You need sustained effort over a long period of time, and a dedicated delegation that stays in place to keep it up. I learned that firsthand when negotiating the #NewSTART Treaty: cambriapress.com/cambriapress.c
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Sadness & excitement as I leave my terrific job for . My best to the amazing T Family. Next tweet is from Brussels!
After many years of hard work on this issue, I am sorry to see this day come.
#NATO will do what is necessary to ensure its deterrence and defence, in a balanced, coordinated and defensive manner.
Read the statement by the North Atlantic Council in 🇷🇺: bit.ly/2Kf7P3n
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Today, the #INFTreaty ceases to exist. Russia bears sole responsibility for the Treaty’s demise. #NATO will respond in a measured & responsible way and continue to ensure credible deterrence & defence. NATO statement: bit.ly/2OuadY3
Exciting day for #NATO: today we begin the final stage of the move to our new Headquarters - a modern home for our Alliance.
Important to remember that for all the nuclear saber-rattling, there have been no apparent changes to Russia’s nuclear posture since the war started besides personnel increases. countries should maintain and intensify their support for Ukraine despite Putin’s latest threats
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.@NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg to @Reuters on Putin’s “dangerous and reckless nuclear rhetoric”:
“It’s not new... He knows very well that a #nuclear war should never be fought & cannot be won.”
“So far we have not seen any changes in their nuclear posture…but we stay vigilant”.
A pleasure to speak with #NATO interns today. Smart young people with fresh ideas — you keep our Alliance moving forward! #WeAreNATO
It was a great honor to accept the Distinguished Leadership Award on behalf of and our dedicated staff all around the world! #NATO is the first institution to receive it, as the most successful alliance in history.
#StrongerWithAllies #NATOat70 #ACawards
Office is empty, farewell dear old HQ! See you next week at the new HQ.
First days of 2019 HQ. Wishing everyone a happy & healthy new year!
This year will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Alliance – 7 decades of preserving peace & freedom around the world.
Allied Ambassadors & #Georgia emphasize the unique scope & depth of Georgia’s relationship with #NATO. Allies welcome the substantial progress on reforms in Georgia over the past decade.
Read the full statement by the North Atlantic Council here:
bit.ly/2ndlhMh
I told ’s and yesterday that “is not going to change its policy on enlargement, period. It is part of NATO’s DNA.” Very glad to see that message reiterated by at today’s meeting in Geneva.
Happy to celebrate International Women's Day with my colleagues - sucessful women who play important roles in everything NATO does! #IWD2018 #WeAreNATO
What impact might new technologies have on second-strike deterrence? My new article takes an early look at this crucial question and what we can do about it.
Thank you to for publishing it in a special issue honoring the great Janne Nolan.
Check out the gorgeous March cover of and the interesting interview inside with Angelina Jolie. We're working together at #NATO! goo.gl/a9ggWm
My wish is that my grandsons will live in a world without nuclear weapons. #CranesForOurFuture
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Heartening to think that while I was the first woman to lead a major U.S. arms control delegation, I certainly won’t be the last. Our strategic stability delegation is already full of brilliant leaders: Jenkins, , Mallory Stewart, Leonor Tomero.
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"No woman had ever led a negotiation about nuclear arms reduction in the fifty-year history of US & Soviet/Russian negotiations… it was going to rouse discomfort."
More of this excerpt from @Gottemoeller's book "Negotiating the New START Treaty" at
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Capturing my last days in this office at the building that has been home to #NATO for the last 51 years!
Read all about #NATO’s position on key security issues in the Brussels Summit Declaration. #NATOSummit
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Lavrov did not come to Antalya to negotiate seriously yesterday, but ’s efforts to mediate the discussions are appreciated nonetheless.
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Good to meet with President @RTErdogan. Turkey is an important #NATO Ally, and we unequivocally condemn #Russia’s invasion of #Ukraine. I commend #Turkey’s efforts at mediation.
Super way to start the day, opening #NATOEngages. We’re bringing together leaders & experts from around the world, young and old, to discuss our key security challenges. Follow #NATOEngages or visit nato-engages.org for the latest info.
Warmest congratulations to my boss, Jens Stoltenberg, for his extension!
#NATO is lucky to have such a steady hand at the tiller in these busy times.
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Honoured by the decision by the #NATO Allies to extend my term as Secretary General until 30 September 2022. Together we will continue to adapt & modernise our Alliance to keep it fit for the future: bit.ly/2JK1fDD
Great discussion today in Tirana with Prime Minister and Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs . Thank you #Albania for your valuable contributions to the Alliance’s missions in #Kosovo and #Afghanistan.
I am so pleased that on 5 Oct 2019, partnered with (Brussels) & #WomenInAviation International (Netherlands Chapter) to host its 1st #GirlsInAviationDay at #EUROCONTROL HQ. So cool the girls got to meet professional aviatrixes!
Heartfelt congratulations to Wendy Sherman on the long-awaited confirmation as the Deputy Secretary of State! A well-deserved and vital position in the , .
Welcome to new Polish Ambassador Tomasz Szatkowski! Enjoyed working with you before, it’s great to have you at #NATO!
Honoured to attend ceremony in #Brussels today marking Centennial of WW I Armistice. His Majesty the King spoke movingly of Belgium’s sacrifice. bit.ly/2zKCVJF
"Where do we go from here?” Happy to share my thoughts during last week’s #NATOEngages event, bringing together leaders & experts from around the world. #NATOSummit
🎥Watch the video here: bit.ly/2LnP8f7
Thrilled to receive the 2021 Douglas Dillon Award for a Book of Distinction on American diplomacy. Thank you to the American Academy of Diplomacy: I am deeply honored!
academyofdiplomacy.org/recipient/rose
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Delighted to see the confirmation of Bonnie Jenkins as Undersecretary of State for Arms Control and International Security! Congratulations, Bonnie! And my very best wishes!
Many key breakthroughs in the #NewSTART negotiations happened thanks to the direct involvement of President Obama and his Russian counterpart, President Medvedev. President Biden’s support for new talks will be equally important. Read my New START story in cambriapress.com/cambriapress.c
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I am glad to generate so much discussion on the vital topic of where we put our priorities. I stand for more U.S. science and technology funding and attention, not falling back on nukes. Whatever your stance, we need to debate it.
We are united. We are prepared. #WeAreNATO
My first #NATO Defence Ministerial: greatly honoured by warm reception from Ministers! Thank you SG for your warm welcome.
Very honored to receive the #WPStrailblazer award last night. Thanks to the for everything they do to improve gender equality. Read more: bit.ly/2xzLcQ8
Today is historic, and also happy: many smiles around #NATO HQ as we signed the Accession Protocol with 🇲🇰
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Today is a historic day. All #NATO Allies have signed the Accession Protocol with 
, which will bring more security & prosperity to the whole region. I look forward to the day when 30 flags will fly outside NATO HQ.
, which will bring more security & prosperity to the whole region. I look forward to the day when 30 flags will fly outside NATO HQ.
Deeply honoured to meet His Holiness Pope Francis. I said #NATO is a force for peace and security in the world.
So happy to be in Tirana: Beautiful shot of central square. Albania 🇦🇱 knows how to decorate for holidays!🎄
To all my friends around the world, Happy International Women’s Day! If you’re off work, enjoy.
Ladies, get your husband to cook dinner for you. Or better yet, take you out to dinner. #IWD2018
Just had a very constructive meeting w Afghan National Security Advisor Mr. Atmar on #NATO’s Enduring Partnership with #Afghanistan
