Continued Peace Talks Between Armenia and Azerbaijan

Continued Peace Talks Between Armenia and AzerbaijanWe are pleased to see that talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan have continued.  As Secretary Blinken said, peace is achievable in the South Caucasus.  We recently expressed appreciation for Prime Minister Pashinyan’s commitment to peace, and we welcome President Aliyev’s recent remarks on consideration of amnesty. Armenia and Azerbaijan’s leaders will meet later this week […]

Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern Kosovo

Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern KosovoWe call on all parties to take immediate actions to de-escalate tensions.  The United States condemns the unacceptable violence yesterday against NATO-led KFOR troops, law enforcement, and journalists. The Government of Kosovo’s decision to force access to municipal buildings sharply and unnecessarily escalated tensions.  Prime Minister Kurti and his government should ensure that elected mayors carry out […]

Department of State Celebrates Groundbreaking of New U.S. Embassy in Port Louis, Mauritius

Department of State Celebrates Groundbreaking of New U.S. Embassy in Port Louis, MauritiusAs a demonstration of the enduring commitment to strengthening the relationship between the United States, Mauritius and the region, Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma and U.S. Ambassador to Mauritius Henry Jardine, with representatives from the U.S. Mission in Mauritius, the U.S. Department of State’s […]

Imposing Sanctions on Syrian Financial Facilitators

Condemning Violence Against KFOR and Escalatory Actions in Northern KosovoToday, the United States is designating under Caesar Act authorities two Syrian money service businesses and affiliated three individuals that provide financial support to the Assad regime.  These two Damascus-based exchange companies have facilitated millions of dollars in transfers since 2021 to accounts at the U.S.-designated Central Bank of Syria to benefit the Assad regime.  […]

Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian President Roopun

Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Mauritian President RoopunThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: In a meeting in Port Louis today, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma met President Prithvirajsing Roopun to reaffirm the important and deepening relationship between Mauritius and the United States. The Deputy Secretary expressed appreciation for the cooperation on maritime research and security, […]