A high-level U.S. delegation with reps from , , and will travel to Bucharest to participate in the Plenipotentiary Conference and to underscore our strong support for to be the next ITU Secretary-General.
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The members of the United Nations are not witnesses to history.
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Diverse and well-governed critical minerals supply chains are essential to the success of the global clean energy transition. I joined and at the Minerals Security Partnership event to discuss diversifying the mining and processing of critical minerals.
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The Moscow Mechanism Expert Report presented today details Russia’s sweeping failure to fulfill its commitments on human rights and fundamental freedoms. The Kremlin clamps down on civil society and independent media to create a climate of fear.
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The United States continues to lead global efforts to provide live-sustaining support to Rohingya refugees and their generous host community members. We urge others to increase support to those driven from and affected by violence in Burma.
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The world must not lose sight of Russia’s brutality in its war against Ukraine that strikes at the heart of the Charter. called for Russia to end its atrocities and violations of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity at the UNSC.
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The U.S. announced $376 million in new humanitarian assistance to address the Venezuelan regional crisis. We, and the international community, stand in solidarity with the Venezuelan people — particularly those displaced by the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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Potential damage to and looting of over 1,500 of Ukraine’s cultural heritage sites in Mariupol, Kharkiv, and at other places of worship, museums, and monuments across Ukraine are described in the #ConflictObservatory’s latest report. Read it here: hub.conflictobservatory.org/portal/apps/si
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The United States took action today to promote accountability for the death of #Mahsa_Amini in the custody of the Iranian Morality Police. The Iranian government needs to end its systemic persecution of women and allow peaceful protest.
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The United States strongly condemns the illegitimate sentencing of Nariman Dzhelyal and Asan and Aziz Akhtemov, yet more instances of Russia’s ongoing political persecution of Crimean Tatars on sovereign Ukrainian territory. #StandWithUkraine #CrimeaIsUkraine
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. met with Kenyan President to discuss regional peace and security, efforts to bolster U.S.-Kenya trade and investment, and ways to address rising food insecurity.
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Good meeting with Kenyan President @WilliamsRuto to discuss our countries’ ongoing efforts to address food insecurity and regional peace and security. I look forward to strengthening our strategic partnership, especially on trade and investment.
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We commend Ukraine’s leadership in announcing funding for 50,000 metric tons of grain to alleviate food crises in Ethiopia and Somalia and for donating 30,000 metric tons of grain to the for Afghanistan.
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Two U.S citizens who have been held by Russia as prisoners of war will soon be reunited with their families. Our sincere thanks to President Zelenskyy and Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman for their important assistance.
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We have provided Ukraine consistent, significant support for its defense, and we will continue that steadfast support for the Ukrainian people for as long as it takes.
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Today’s Replenishment Pledging Conference for the was the culmination of months of public and private donor advocacy and fundraising efforts. We applaud those who are supporting this important work for better global health security.
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The United States continues to lead the humanitarian response in Central America and Mexico with more than $199 million in additional funding announced by to help the forcibly displaced people in the region. #SolidarityInAction
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In anticipation of next week’s elections, underscores firm U.S. support for as the next ITU Secretary-General. We encourage all ITU member states to join us in electing Ms. Bogdan-Martin. #Doreen4SG
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. met with Prime Minister at #UNGA High Level Week. He emphasized the need for Lebanon to hold a timely presidential election and to implement urgent reforms. He thanked the Lebanese people for their generosity in hosting refugees.
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1.7 billion people—nearly a fifth of humanity—are at risk of poverty and hunger. COVID, climate change, and conflicts have all worsened this urgent crisis. Today in New York, underscored the need for global action on this crisis.
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. met in NYC today and discussed the importance of coordinating our responses to Russia’s war in Ukraine, security in the Indo-Pacific, public health threats, and Iran. #UNGA
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With nearly 1,000 interpreters around the world, the Office of Language Services provides diplomatic interpretation in virtually every language. In the latest #WalksWithTony, goes behind the scenes to experience interpretation from the other side.
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.@StateDept’s team of interpreters is vital to diplomacy and the work we do around the world every day—but especially during weeks like this one. Ahead of #UNGA, I stepped into the interpreter's booth with our Director of Language Services, Dr. Yun-hyang Lee.
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Earlier this year, said, "There’s no threat that we face that better democracy, more democracy cannot fix — no challenge where a closed system would do better for people than an open one." Today at the , the U.S. and partners reaffirmed this truth.
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With @PowerUSAID today, the U.S. and partners came together in support of the benefits that flow from democratic governance. If we continue to invest in and improve upon our democracies, they will not only persevere, they will prevail.
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A community of north and south Atlantic nations have agreed that challenges to an open and sustainable Atlantic are best tackled together. At #UNGA, met with Atlantic coastal governments to explore cooperation on environmental, economic, and maritime security issues.
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This week the opened hearings in the "Certain Iranian Assets" case. The United States will respond to Iran’s unfounded claims and will continue vigorously to support U.S. victims of terrorism and resist Iran’s efforts to prevent their lawful compensation.
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. met with members of the Alliance for Development in Democracy during #UNGA today to underscore the United States’ unwavering commitment to working with our partners in the hemisphere to strengthen democratic institutions and promote greater economic prosperity.
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The Alliance for Development in Democracy—a partnership of Ecuador, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Panama, and the United States—will create a better environment for democracy and private sector investments, generating lasting and inclusive economic growth. #UNGA
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From exploring ways to improve maritime governance, to tackling climate change and environmental degradation, we will explore development of a wider dialogue on strengthening cooperation among the community of Atlantic countries. #UNGA
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Newly available satellite photos appear to show Russia’s military excavation equipment near the Izyum mass graves. A #ConflictObservatory report from also shows disturbed earth consistent with burial operations. Read the full report here: hub.conflictobservatory.org/portal/apps/si
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Atlantic countries came together today at #UNGA77 to enhance regional cooperation and develop a shared approach to Atlantic Ocean issues. We look forward to continuing the dialogue and exploring opportunities to partner in the Atlantic region.
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Today marks another achievement towards the advancement of women’s entrepreneurship, employment, and educational opportunities. launched the ’s new Alliance for Afghan Women’s Economic Resilience in partnership with Boston University.
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In a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister today, discussed U.S. efforts to mediate conflict in the South Caucasus and commended Turkey’s efforts to ensure the continued export of Ukrainian grain to world markets.
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. and met today at #UNGA to discuss food security and a return to constitutional democracy in the Sahel. They reinforced our shared commitment to peace, security, and prosperity in Niger and the region.
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Iranian women should not be subject to arrest, let alone brutal beatings, for how they choose to dress. Iran’s government should listen to those protesting Mahsa Amini’s unconscionable death in police custody, not fire on them. #مهسا_امینی
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. hosted Armenian Foreign Minister and Azerbaijani Foreign Minister to get the peace process back on track.
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Living with Pride is an act of courage and resilience. Across the globe, LGBTQI+ persons are being targeted by state and non-state actors. dropped by the LGBTI+ Core Group to highlight the work we all have to do to ensure LGBTQI+ persons enjoy equal rights.
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We will continue to protect freedom of expression around the world by speaking out, offering training and assistance to journalists and media outlets, providing funds to bolster independent media, and strengthening outlets' resilience to legal and regulatory challenges.
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Where freedom of expression is respected, societies flourish. Appreciated the opportunity to hear from journalists and civil society at the @ForeignPressCtr today where I thanked them for their vital work supporting democracy and human rights.
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. met with President al-Alimi to thank him for his leadership and support for extending the truce and expanding its benefits to all Yemenis. Come October 2, we hope the parties will continue to choose peace.
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After more than two years in captivity, U.S. Navy veteran Mark Frerichs is safe and on his way home from Afghanistan.
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