On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Madagascar a heartfelt congratulations as you celebrate 63 years of independence on June 26. The United States values Madagascar as a partner, and I am proud of the ways we have expanded our bilateral relationship. I am optimistic we can continue to […]

On this International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the United States reaffirms our condemnation of torture wherever and whenever it occurs and stands in solidarity with victims and survivors of torture around the world. The absolute prohibition of torture is a human right enshrined in U.S. and international law. We recognize the bravery, […]

Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy Nathaniel C. Fick will travel to Tel Aviv, Israel from June 26 to 29, 2023 to participate in Israel Cyber Week and meet with Israeli government counterparts and representatives of the U.S. and Israeli private sectors. At Israel Cyber Week, an annual international cybersecurity event in its […]

On behalf of the United States of America, I offer our best wishes to the people of Slovenia as you honor your Statehood Day. Congratulations once again on your election to the UN Security Council for 2024-2025. I am confident Slovenia will meaningfully contribute to the maintenance of international peace and security. This milestone builds […]

QUESTION:  Joining us now, Secretary of State Antony Blinken.  Mr.  Secretary, thank you for being here.  You’ve been briefed this morning.  What can you tell us about the very latest in the situation on the ground in Russia? SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Jon, look, it’s still a moving picture and I doubt we’ve seen the last act, and I […]