Russia’s Bitter Truths – Medvedev’s Map
Annual TIP Report
The United States’ annual TIP Report provides a comprehensive review of anti-trafficking efforts globally, objectively assessing 188 governments, including the United States, and their commitment to defeat all forms of human trafficking.
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United Against Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is one of the most heinous crimes on Earth. Right now, traffickers are robbing a staggering 25 million people of their freedom and basic human dignity. We must band together and build momentum to defeat human trafficking.
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Annual TIP Report
The United States’ annual TIP Report provides a comprehensive review of anti-trafficking efforts globally, objectively assessing 188 governments, including the United States, and their commitment to defeat all forms of human trafficking.
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg At a Joint Press Availability
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good morning, everyone. It is a pleasure to welcome the NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg, Jens, my friend and colleague, back here to the State Department and to Washington. We’ve seen each other quite a bit over the last 15 months, mostly in Brussels. In fact, we did a little calculation, and it turns out …
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Political Repression and the Death Penalty in Belarus
As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna Thank you, Mr. Chair. First, I would like to note the passing last week of former Belarusian leader Stanislau Shushkevich, who guided Belarus from its Soviet past to its emergence as an independent nation. He leaves a legacy that many in the …
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The Black Sea Blockade and Rising Global Food Prices
Secretary Blinken delivers remarks to the press in recognition of World Press Freedom Day (WATCH LIVE)
World Press Freedom Day
Freedom of the press is an essential right in the United States and a core principle of democracy. Protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a free press helps maintain the balance of power in government . Numerous journalists worldwide have been killed while working to fulfill their essential role in free and open societies. Watch this video to learn more about how other …
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POTUS Unite with Ukraine
Earth Day: Invest in Our Planet
Secretary of State speech: Human Rights Abuses of 2021
The Russian Government’s Systematic Violation of Human Rights
The world is united with Ukraine
Putin’s Pattern of Lies
In Putin’s own words [video]
In 2002, Vladimir Putin had a very different stance on security, state sovereignty and NATO. Check out what he said then and what world leaders have to say about the territorial integrity of nations like Ukraine .
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Putin’s regime lied [video]
For weeks, top Russian government officials vowed they had no intention of invading Ukraine . They continued to spread misinformation . The war in Ukraine is one that Russia’s President Vladimir Putin created and must end.
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Ukraine is Andriana’s home. She doesn’t have another one. She doesn’t want another one. She wants peace for Ukraine . This is her story.
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba At a Joint Press Availability
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE DMYTRO KULEBA, UKRAINIAN FOREIGN MINISTER WASHINGTON, D.C. SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. Since Foreign Minister Kuleba and I were in Munich just a few days ago, Russia’s aggression toward Ukraine and its rejection of international law and diplomacy have accelerated. Yesterday, President Putin recognized the so-called “independence” of the …
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken on Russia’s Threat to Peace and Security at the UN Security Council
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE UN HEADQUARTERS NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK SECRETARY BLINKEN: Mr. President, this council was convened today to discuss the implementation of the Minsk Agreements, a goal that we all share, despite Russia’s persistent violations. These agreements, which were negotiated in 2014 and 2015 and signed by Russia, remain the …
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United With Ukraine: Countering Russian Disinformation
The Kremlin’s Disinformation Tactics: Media Manipulation
Kremlin officials and Russian media are using disinformation to falsely portray Ukraine as an aggressor, even as Moscow masses troops at the border and threatens war. Unchecked, this disinformation may migrate globally into mainstream media and influence foreign audiences.
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Honoring the life and legacy of former Secretary of State Colin Powell
Continuing U.S. Leadership To End the COVID-19 Pandemic
Belarus Day of Solidarity
Truth vs. Lie: NATO is a defensive alliance
NATO Allies Have Spoken
NATO allies around the world have expressed their commitment to and support for Ukraine.
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Russian Trolls
An Opportunity for Security Improvements
United States Written Response to Moscow
Truth vs. Lies: Chemical Weapons
Russia is intentionally spreading outright falsehoods in an attempt to create a pretext for military action. The Russian government claims that the United States has planned chemical weapons attacks in the Donbas, which is a lie. The United States does not use chemical weapons and is a party to the Chemical Weapons Convention, as is …
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United States Expedites Security Assistance to Ukraine
Continuing to Support and Defend Ukraine
Martin Luther King Jr.’s day of service [video]
“What are you doing for others today?” is what Martin Luther King Jr. believed to be life’s most urgent question. In the U.S., the third Monday of every January has been a federal holiday to honor King since 1986. In 1994, the day was designated as a national day of service in the spirit of …
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Secretary of State: Broken Agreenment
Russia’s Destabilizing, Dangerous Behavior
Secretary of State: In Defense of Ukraine
Russian Interference in Neighboring Countries
The United States Observes International Human Rights Day
Each and every challenge to basic human rights and freedoms is a turning point in history, where a failure to support the cause of human rights might fuel injustice, oppression, or tyranny. That is why the U.S. continues to advocate this #HumanRightsDay and every day.
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The U.S. protects the right to protest injustice [video]
In the United States, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right of people to assemble peaceably and the right to petition the government are protected by law. These freedoms allow Americans to make changes and progress as a nation. This article was originally published June 24, 2020.
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President Biden on the 20th anniversary of 9/11
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International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
Under Secretary Uzra Zeya commemorates the United Nations’ International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances. The United States will continue to advocate for those victims and their families every day.
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100 Million COVID-19 Vaccines Delivered
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2021
Explained: U.S. Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Gayle Smith, State Department Coordinator for Global COVID-19 Response & Health Security, explains the U.S. policy on the global COVID-19 response.
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U.S. supports inclusion on World Refugee Day [video]
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U.S., COVAX support COVID-19 vaccinations worldwide [video]
The United States is the largest contributor to COVAX , a global initiative to equitably distribute COVID-19 vaccines worldwide. In March, the United States government contributed $2 billion in support of COVAX, but more funding is needed. “People everywhere should have access to rigorously tested, safe, and effective COVID-19 vaccines,” Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said. “The faster we do all this, …
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s Statement on Cultural Diplomacy
April 9 Commemoration
1989 was a year characterized by courage, sacrifice, and the commitment to freedom. From the fall of the Berlin Wall to the heroic stand of those in Tiananmen Square, the world watched as citizens stood up for democratic values. Across the Baltic states, two million people joined hands in solidarity. In Hungary, they opened the …
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Secretary of State Speech Clip: Defeating COVID-19 and Preventing Pandemics
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Why freedom of the press is important [video]
Freedom of the press is an essential right in the United States and a core principle of democracy. Protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a free press helps maintain the balance of power in government . Numerous journalists worldwide have been killed while working to fulfill their essential role in free and open societies. Watch this video to learn more about how other …
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Freedom of speech is not just about words [video]
The freedom to share ideas is so important to American democracy that protections for free speech , enshrined in the U.S. Constitution , also extend to other forms of peaceful expression. Watch this video to learn the many ways Americans can express themselves without government reprisal.
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A new U.S. president carefully considers the people whom he nominates to join his Cabinet — his close partners in governing. Who are the men and women who make up this important group, and what do they do? The term “Cabinet” is never mentioned in the U.S. Constitution , but the video explains where the term came …
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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the State Department’s Julia Taft Fund for refugee protection and assistance. Over the past two decades, the U.S. government has awarded grants to nearly 800 local partners to help refugees , returnees and host communities. Learn more about the Taft Fund in this video.
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Beijing’s military aggression [video]
The U.S. is working to build a free and open Indo-Pacific region, but Beijing is putting the world at risk and raising the threat of violent conflict through its military aggression. The Chinese Communist Party engages in dangerous and threatening behavior across the Indo-Pacific and threatens its neighbors. From military bases in the South China Sea to lethal fighting …
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President Trump pardons ‘Corn,’ America’s National Thanksgiving Turkey
On behalf of the entire Trump Family, I want to wish every American a Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving! Today we gathered in the Rose Garden to continue a beloved annual tradition: the Official Presidential Pardon of a very fortunate Thanksgiving Turkey…. pic.twitter.com/O92pWUKrBv — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 24, 2020
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Ambassador Kelly Degnan on Secretary Pompeo’s visit to Georgia
The U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi was proud to welcome Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Mrs. Pompeo to Georgia. Secretary Pompeo came to Tbilisi to demonstrate the United States’ strong support for Georgia’s choice to deepen its Euro-Atlantic ties, and to reaffirm our unwavering support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of …
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Religious Freedom is a Top Priority
U.S. campaign songs stir the public imagination [video]
Music and politics have been closely linked throughout U.S. history, with songs that promote candidates (or attack their rivals) dating back more than 200 years. Those songs have often reflected the bruising nature of U.S. campaigns , which Stuart Eizenstat — a U.S. diplomat and former White House domestic affairs director for President Jimmy Carter — once …
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USAID supports the right of all people to participate in democratic elections and political processes
USAID supports the right of all people to participate in democratic elections and political processes. Along with our partners at the International Republican Institute, we encourage everyone to get out and vote on October 31!
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Iran’s regime must stop persecuting the Baháʼí [video]
The Iranian regime has persecuted the Baháʼí religious community since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Members of the Baháʼí faith are arrested on false charges, such as “engaging in espionage.” Baháʼí students are prohibited from attending universities. The regime’s constitution does not recognize the Baháʼí faith , even though the Baháʼí community is one of the largest religious minority groups in Iran. …
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Global humanitarian aid has never been more important [video]
The United States is the world’s largest single donor of humanitarian assistance. When more than 168 million people need humanitarian assistance and protection, every country has a responsibility to help. COVID-19 has created the need for even more help and made that help harder to deliver. Watch this video to learn more.
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President Donald Trump just announced a massive expansion in our nation’s Coronavirus testing capability
President @realDonaldTrump just announced a massive expansion in our nation's Coronavirus testing capability! pic.twitter.com/wF0kR0UEU6 — The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 28, 2020
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U.S. and U.N. stand for universal human rights [video]
After World War II, the U.S. helped a young United Nations ratify the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. The document was inspired by the principles and values that underpin American democracy. Now, over 70 years later, human rights are still under attack around the world. Learn more about how the U.S. and the …
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Dispelling myths about U.S. sanctions on Iran [video]
U.S. sanctions target bad actors in the Iranian regime, not the people of Iran, former U.S. Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook explains. Learn how the United States does not sanction medical supplies, agricultural products, communication devices or humanitarian aid intended for the Iranian people.
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Secretary of State – The U.S. and UK Defend Freedom Against China English
Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus – Xinjiang, China: Where the CCP Uses Forced Labor on the Uyghur Community
Vaccines for COVID-19 must follow recognized safety standards [video]
Vaccines need to be safe and effective to protect the public. Responsible governments are working to find a vaccine for COVID-19 using accepted scientific standards.
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This year marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution , which granted American women — in effect, white women — the right to vote. While it took several more decades — and the civil rights movement — for all U.S. women to be legally allowed to vote, the 19th Amendment was a big …
Read More» The consequences of ending the arms embargo against Iran [video]
The United Nations arms embargo on Iran expires in October. If it is not extended, Iran can supply weapons that fuel conflicts such as those in Lebanon and Yemen. The weapons could be used to attack Israel or Saudi Arabia. Without the embargo, Iran can sell weapons around the world to dictators such as Nicolás …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo Interview Clip: Chinese Communist Party Failed COVID-19 Obligations (July 20)
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Read More» Secretary Pompeo Speech Clip – Russia and China Block Humanitarian Aid to Syria (July 20)
Secretary Pompeo Speech Clip – Russia and China Block Humanitarian Aid to Syria (July 20)
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The Chinese Communist Party is erasing Muslim identity (June 12)
The Chinese Communist Party is erasing Muslim identity (June 12)
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Chinese Communist Party Exploits COVID-19 Pandemic (June 12)
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Read More» Secretary Pompeo delivered opening remarks at the Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group (June 4)
Secretary Pompeo delivered opening remarks at the Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group (June 4) Secretary Pompeo Shares Remarks during Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Today, Secretary Pompeo delivered opening remarks at the Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’s Small Group. Posted by U.S. Department of State on Thursday, June 4, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Foreign Minister Di Maio. Luigi, …
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United We Strengthen Global Health Security (June 1)
United We Strengthen Global Health Security (June 1) The United States is at the forefront of global health security, battling emerging health threats around the world and protecting vulnerable communities from infectious diseases.
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U.S. collaborates with international community on COVID-19 [video] (May 27)
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Acting Assistant Secretary Philip Reeker congratulates Georgia on National Day (May 26)
Source: Embassy of Georgia in US
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Read More» U.S. businesses support COVID-19 response [video] (May 12)
U.S. businesses support COVID-19 response (May 12) American businesses, both large and small , are rapidly shifting their production lines to respond to demands for products that help combat the new coronavirus. Watch this video to learn more about how American workers are helping medical personnel and citizens stay protected against COVID-19.
Read More» Secretary Pompeo Speech Clip – America’s Commitment to Leading Global Health (May 11)
Secretary Pompeo Speech Clip – America’s Commitment to Leading Global Health (May 11)
Read More» World Water Day: Celebrating International Cooperation for Water Access (March 22)
World Water Day: Celebrating International Cooperation for Water Access (March 22) Thanks to international cooperation, millions of people across the world have received access to clean water and sanitation, but still more work needs to be done. On World Water Day March 22, celebrate and review progress toward U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 6 , access to safe water for all by …
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Young Entrepreneur’s School (December 29)
In the framework of Global Entrepreneurship Week the U.S. Embassy in partnership with Microfinance Organization Crystal held the first commencement ceremony for the Young Entrepreneurs’ School. Young entrepreneurs presented their business ideas to Georgian and American stakeholders who commanded presenters on their significant potential and achievements.
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