News published on Federal Newswire in August 2021

News from August 2021


Update on Recent Legislative Developments in Poland

Release: The United States reiterates our concerns about amendments to the Code of Administrative Procedure, which President Duda signed on Aug. 14, severely restricting restitution and compensation for property wrongfully confiscated during Poland’s communist era. We deeply regret the adoption of these amendments.


Release: QUESTION: And now Secretary of State Tony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thank you for joining us.


Liechtenstein National Day

News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, it is my pleasure to congratulate the people of the Principality of Liechtenstein on your National Day.


Republic of the Congo National Day

News Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend best wishes and hopes for a bright future to the people of the Republic of the Congo as they celebrate the 61st anniversary of their independence.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Chuck Todd of Meet the Press on NBC

News Release: QUESTION: Secretary Blinken, welcome back to Meet the Press, sir.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jonathan Karl of This Week with George Stephanopoulos on ABC

News Release: QUESTION: And now Secretary of State Tony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thank you for joining us.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Jake Tapper of State of the Union on CNN

News Release: QUESTION: Joining us now to discuss, Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks so much for joining us. Take a listen to what President Biden was saying less than six weeks ago: QUESTION: “Your own Intelligence Community has assessed that the Afghan Government will likely collapse.” ...


Joint Statement from the Department of State and Department of Defense: Update on Afghanistan

News Release: The following is the text of a joint statement released by the Department of State and Department of Defense on Afghanistan.


Secretary Blinken’s Calls with Counterparts on Afghanistan

News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke separately today with Australian Foreign Minister Payne, French Foreign Minister Le Drian, German Foreign Minister Maas, and Norwegian Foreign Minister Soreide about developments in Afghanistan, including the security situation. They also discussed our efforts to bring our citizens to safety and assist vulnerable Afghans.


Joint Statement on Afghanistan

News Release: This statement was initially released on August 15. The list below reflects the signatory countries as of August 20: Albania, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Canada, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Côte ...


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Haitian Prime Minister Henry

News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman spoke today with Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry to extend condolences to the people of Haiti in the wake of the August 14 earthquake. Deputy Secretary Sherman reiterated our support for Haiti during this ...


Seashore Closing for Tropical Storm Fred

News Release: GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore will close the Okaloosa Area, Opal Beach Complex and Highway 399 in addition to the Fort Pickens Area beginning August 15 at 10 p.m., in response to Tropical Storm Fred approaching the Northwest Florida area.


Secretary Blinken’s Calls with Counterparts on Afghanistan

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Joint Statement from the Department of State and Department of Defense: Update on Afghanistan

Release: The following is the text of a joint statement released by the Department of State and Department of Defense on Afghanistan.


Secretary Antony J. Blinken  With Jake Tapper of State of the Union on CNN

Release: QUESTION: Joining us now to discuss, Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Blinken, thanks so much for joining us. Take a listen to what President Biden was saying less than six weeks ago.


Republic of the Congo National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend best wishes and hopes for a bright future to the people of the Republic of the Congo as they celebrate the 61st anniversary of their independence.


TUNE IN: Rep. McCaul Will Join “State of the Union” August 15th at 9amET/8amCT

News Release: Washington, D.C. - House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul will join Jake Tapper on “State of the Union" this Sunday, August 15th at 9amET/8amCT. Rep. McCaul will discuss the rapidly deteriorating security situation on the ground in Afghanistan.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Call with Haitian Prime Minister Henry

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Republic of the Congo National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I extend best wishes and hopes for a bright future to the people of the Republic of the Congo as they celebrate the 61st anniversary of their independence.


All Park Trails Closed Temporarily for Bears

News Release: Due to increased daytime presence of bears all park trails are closed day and night, until further notice.