Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Tel Aviv, Amman, Ramallah, Baghdad, Ankara, Tokyo, Seoul, and New Delhi

Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Tel Aviv, Amman, Ramallah, Baghdad, Ankara, Tokyo, Seoul, and New Delhi

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Tel Aviv, Israel; Amman, Jordan; Ramallah; Baghdad, Iraq; Ankara, Türkiye; Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, the Republic of Korea (ROK); and New Delhi, India November 2-10, 2023. In Israel, Secretary Blinken will reiterate U.S. support for Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorism consistent with international humanitarian law and discuss efforts to safeguard […]

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Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition Launches with Arrival of Inaugural Cohort

Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition Launches with Arrival of Inaugural CohortThe U.S. Department of State created the Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition (IYLC) as a new network to elevate the voices of Indigenous youth into global civic and political participation conversations. Six Indigenous young leaders from the Western Hemisphere launched the network as the inaugural cohort.  The participants are visiting Washington, D.C. from November 6-9 to participate in the White House Tribal Youth Forum alongside Native American youth leaders.  […]

U.S. Department of State Brings International Musicians to Cleveland, the Home of Rock and Roll, to Promote Peace and Cross-Cultural Connections

Under Secretary Allen’s Meeting with Serbian President VucicUsing music as a diplomatic tool to bring people from around the world together to promote peace and cross-cultural connections, the U.S. Department of State announced today that American Music Abroad (AMA) Academy Cleveland will take place November 8-17 in Cleveland, OH.  AMA Academy Cleveland will bring international and American musicians together around the theme of cultural […]

Secretary Blinken’s Calls with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Kagame

New U.S. Department of State Award Honors Former Special Advisor for International Disability RightsThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke separately with Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame. With both presidents, the Secretary discussed the volatile situation and worsening humanitarian crisis along the border between Rwanda and the DRC. The Secretary advocated for […]

Romantic Getaways at Sun Siyam Resorts in The Maldives

Romantic Getaways at Sun Siyam Resorts in The Maldives

Beautiful Aerial View of Iru Veli Floating Breakfast Aqua Retreat features two bedrooms with king size beds, a large separate lounge, its own infinity pool, sun deck, outdoor dining pavilion and 24-hour butler service Sun Siyam Iru Veli and Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Have The Perfect Recipe for Romance THE MALDIVES , October 27, 2023 […]

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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Al Thani

Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition Launches with Arrival of Inaugural CohortThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on the margins of a ministerial meeting with regional partners in Amman. Secretary Blinken and Prime Minister Al Thani discussed the humanitarian situation in Gaza amid Israeli military operations […]

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with UNRWA Commissioner General Lazzarini

New U.S. Department of State Award Honors Former Special Advisor for International Disability RightsThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) today in Amman, Jordan.  Secretary Blinken and Commissioner General Lazzarini emphasized the importance of UNRWA and its essential humanitarian […]

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan

Under Secretary Allen’s Meeting with Serbian President VucicThe below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today in Amman with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan and Crown Prince Al Hussein to discuss the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.  He underscored our shared commitment to the protection of civilians and to facilitating the increased, sustained delivery of life-saving humanitarian assistance, the resumption of essential […]

Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi At a Joint Press Availability

Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi At a Joint Press AvailabilityDEPUTY PRIME MINISTER SAFADI: Good evening to you all.  I’ll start in Arabic and then I’ll switch to English if you don’t mind.  So — (Via interpreter) In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, Most Gracious, I welcome Their Excellencies Sameh, Tony and the other colleagues, the foreign ministers of United Arab Emirates and Qatar […]