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The Department of State has sanctioned Mr. Shlomo Yehezkel Hai Sarid, pursuant to Executive Order 14115, for being a leader or official of Tzav 9, which was previously designated by the U.S. government for threatening the peace, security, or stability of the West Bank. The Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) list has been updated to include Mr. Shlomo Yehezkel Hai Sarid.
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United States holds strategic dialogue with Guyana on key issues
The United States and Guyana conducted a virtual Strategic Dialogue on July 16 to address mutual interests such as climate resilience, food security, and energy transition. The U.S. delegation was led by Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Affairs Daniel P. Erikson, State Department Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Brian A. Nichols, and Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Western Hemisphere Scott Winton. This interagency team included representatives from the Department of State, USAID, the Department of...
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U.S. Deputy Secretary of State meets with Gabon's Transition President
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met today with Gabon’s Transition President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Deputy Secretary Campbell received an update on Gabon’s democratic transition and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to supporting Gabon’s efforts to implement an inclusive and transparent political process culminating in free and fair elections. The two officials agreed to take concrete steps to deepen and expand the bilateral relationship based on shared priorities, including economic and social development, maritime and border security, environmental conservation,...
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Secretary Blinken to address Americas Partnership ministerial meeting
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will deliver opening remarks at the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity ministerial plenary meeting on July 17, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. ET at the Department of State. The plenary meeting will include foreign ministers from the 12 Americas Partnership countries – the United States, Barbados, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Uruguay.
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Assistant Secretary Geoffrey R. Pyatt travels to Brazil for energy discussions
On July 15, 2024, Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Geoffrey R. Pyatt traveled to Brazil for discussions with public and private sector representatives on energy security, energy transition, and cooperation on critical minerals.
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United States and Saudi Arabia sign framework agreement for space cooperation
On July 15, the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a framework agreement to facilitate cooperation on civilian space exploration and research.
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Blinken congratulates new Thai foreign minister, discusses regional cooperation
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa today to congratulate him on his new role. The conversation, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller, reaffirmed the importance of the U.S.-Thailand treaty alliance and partnership, as well as the U.S. commitment to the broader Indo-Pacific region.
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U.S. Global Music Ambassadors engage international audiences through tours
The U.S. Department of State announced today that Teddy Swims, Jelly Roll, and BRELAND have commenced their roles as U.S. Global Music Ambassadors by engaging audiences globally through music during their tours, performances, and songwriting camps. This initiative is part of the State Department-YouTube’s Global Music Partnership, recently introduced by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and YouTube’s Global Head of Music Lyor Cohen. The program aims to use music to foster unity and promote peace worldwide on behalf of the American people.
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Blinken meets with Israeli officials on ceasefire negotiations
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi and Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer today. According to Spokesperson Matthew Miller, Secretary Blinken underscored the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security.
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United States-Sri Lanka partnership dialogue reaffirms commitment across multiple sectors
The Governments of the United States and Sri Lanka released a joint statement on July 15, 2024, following the Fifth United States-Sri Lanka Partnership Dialogue held on July 12 in Washington, D.C. The dialogue focused on economic prosperity, security cooperation, sustainable development, democracy and human rights, and people-to-people exchanges.
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Secretary Blinken discusses peace efforts with Angolan President Lourenço
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Angolan President Lourenço
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Assistant Secretary Stewart visits California for discussions on arms control
Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability (ADS) Mallory Stewart will travel to California from July 17-18, 2024. During her visit, she will give remarks at the Public Policy and Nuclear Threats Bootcamp at the University of California’s Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation. Additionally, she will visit two U.S. Space Force (USSF) bases to conduct meetings with USSF leadership and observe military space operations units.
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U.S. extends warm wishes to France on Bastille Day
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of France as you celebrate Bastille Day.
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Deputy Secretary Campbell visits four nations focusing on democracy, security, and economic growth
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M. Campbell will travel to Ghana, Gabon, Senegal, and the United Kingdom from July 14 to July 19.
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President's advisory council travels to Nigeria for diaspora engagement
The President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States (PAC-ADE) will host its second meeting of the year from July 14-17, 2024, in Nigeria. This marks the first PAC-ADE trip to the African continent. Members of the Advisory Council will convene in Lagos and Abuja, where they will meet with government, civil society, and private-sector partners to discuss diaspora-led investments in education, entrepreneurship, health, technology, youth and women empowerment, and the creative industries.
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US advances multiple priorities at 56th UN Human Rights Council session
During the 56th session of the UN Human Rights Council, the United States collaborated with UN Member States to address pressing human rights concerns and uphold universal values and principles foundational to the UN system. The U.S. emphasized its commitment to promoting human rights universality by addressing discrimination, inequity, and inequality.
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Counterterrorism forum addresses global REMVE threats
The U.S. Departments of State and Justice convened the third meeting of the Counterterrorism Law Enforcement Forum (CTLEF) in The Hague, the Netherlands on July 10-11. The CTLEF, which focuses on countering the global threat of racially or ethnically motivated violent extremism (REMVE), brought together law enforcement, prosecutors, other criminal justice practitioners, financial regulators, and policymakers from Europe, North and South America, and the Indo-Pacific; alongside specialists from Europol, INTERPOL, the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law,...
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U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Chinese officials over human rights abuses
The United States continues to promote accountability in defense of human rights in China. Today, the State Department is taking steps to impose visa restrictions on People’s Republic of China (PRC) officials for their involvement in the repression of marginalized religious and ethnic communities.
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U.S. envoy Lipstadt to visit Argentina and Brazil to combat antisemitism
U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, along with Deputy Special Envoy Aaron Keyak, will travel to Argentina and Brazil from July 15-23. In Argentina, Ambassador Lipstadt will participate in the Special Envoys and Coordinators Combating Antisemitism (SECCA) forum and attend the 30th anniversary ceremony commemorating those killed in the 1994 bombing of the Jewish community center, Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina (AMIA). In Buenos Aires, the Ambassador and her counterparts will launch Global Guidelines for Countering...
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United States imposes sanctions on Iranian company over chemical weapons research
The Department of State has imposed sanctions on Hakiman Shargh Research Company for its involvement in Iran’s chemical weapons research and development. These sanctions are being enforced under Executive Order 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their supporters.
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