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Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Release: As part of an ongoing review of the sanctions program to ensure it remains focused and relevant, today, the United States is delisting 11 individuals from the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List, based on a determination they no longer warrant inclusion on the SDN List. The 11 individuals being removed from the SDN list are either deceased or have been deemed to no longer undermine Zimbabwe’s democratic processes and institutions.


News Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good morning, everyone. It’s a great pleasure to welcome President Santokhi from Suriname here to the State Department, to Washington. It’s wonderful to be with you.


Armed Services Committee and the bills it addressed on Sept. 15

There was activity on one bill related to the Armed Services Committee on Sept. 15.


El Salvador National Day

Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate El Salvador on its 201st Independence Day.


Nicaragua National Day

Release: On behalf of the American people, I extend our warmest greetings to the people of Nicaragua on their Independence Day. Our two societies are joined by deep historical, commercial, and human connections that are far stronger and longer lasting than any government.


Nicaragua National Day

News Release: On behalf of the American people, I extend our warmest greetings to the people of Nicaragua on their Independence Day. Our two societies are joined by deep historical, commercial, and human connections that are far stronger and longer lasting than any government.


There was activity on three bills related to the Foreign Affairs Committee on Sept. 15.


Updates to the Zimbabwe Sanctions List

Release: As part of an ongoing review of the sanctions program to ensure it remains focused and relevant, today, the United States is delisting 11 individuals from the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List, based on a determination they no longer warrant inclusion on the SDN List. The 11 individuals being removed from the SDN list are either deceased or have been deemed to no longer undermine Zimbabwe’s democratic processes and institutions.


Costa Rica National Day

News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate Costa Rica on its 201st Independence Day.


Second Anniversary of the Signing of the Abraham Accords

News Release: This week, we celebrate the two-year anniversary of the signing of the Abraham Accords and normalization agreements. These steps have been transformational for Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Morocco. They have led to new forms of cooperation and regional integration in the Middle East ...


Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate Hondurans on their very special 201st Independence Day.


Papua New Guinea National Day

News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest regards to the people of Papua New Guinea in honor of the 47th anniversary of your independence this September 16.


Release: On behalf of the United States government and the people of the United States, I congratulate Guatemala on the 201st celebration of its Independence Day.


Secretary Blinken’s Call with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Manalo

Release: The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest regards to the people of Papua New Guinea in honor of the 47th anniversary of your independence this September 16.


El Salvador National Day

News Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate El Salvador on its 201st Independence Day.


Commemorating the International Day of Democracy

Release: This International Day of Democracy, we underscore our commitment to democracy as we strive for a more inclusive, equitable, and peaceful world. As President Biden has emphasized “…we must start with diplomacy rooted in America’s most cherished democratic values: defending freedom, championing opportunity, upholding universal rights, respecting rule of law, and treating every person with dignity."


News Release: The United States continues to hold the Russian government to account for its war against Ukraine. Today, we are taking actions against major Russian defense entities, key advanced-technology firms that support Russia’s defense industrial base, and financial infrastructure. We are also taking actions against a Russian military intelligence agency and against individuals connected to human rights abuses, both in the Kremlin’s war against Ukraine and within Russia itself.


Guatemala National Day

News Release: On behalf of the United States government and the people of the United States, I congratulate Guatemala on the 201st celebration of its Independence Day.