UNDER SECRETARY ALLEN:  Good afternoon, everybody.  It is so nice to look out and see so many friends and partners.  We’re so pleased that you’re all here with us today.  Thank you to Secretary Blinken and Secretary Bunch for honoring this occasion with your presence here.  We’re so pleased.  This MOU signing is a bit of […]

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We are pleased that Sunday’s constitutional referendum took place peacefully and congratulate Chadians for the orderly manner in which they expressed their preferences, regardless of how they voted.  We also respect those who chose not to participate.  As Chad moves towards presidential and legislative elections, we hope that all Chadians who choose to pursue their […]

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The United States is designating a Government of Russia-owned ship manager as well as three oil traders involved in the seaborne export of Russian crude oil.  Today’s designations follow similar actions by our partners in the Price Cap Coalition to degrade Russia’s ability to fund its illegal war against Ukraine while keeping oil markets stable. […]

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Acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland traveled to Amman, Jordan on December 17-18 to meet with senior Jordanian officials, including Prime Minister Khasawneh, and underscore the strength of the U.S.-Jordan partnership. She discussed bilateral and regional priorities, including the shared U.S.-Jordanian commitment to accelerate humanitarian aid into Gaza and enhance the protection of civilians. […]

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Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, and UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron. The Secretary stressed the importance of urgently addressing humanitarian needs in Gaza, the imperative of minimizing civilian casualties, and the need to prevent the conflict’s further escalation. Secretary Blinken underscored […]

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The United States welcomes the release today of all six wrongfully detained U.S. nationals from Venezuela — Joseph Cristella, Eyvin Hernandez, Jerrel Kenemore, Savoi Wright, and two individuals who wish to remain private — as well as the release of four additional U.S. nationals. They have all safely departed Venezuela and will soon be reunited […]

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The United States is concerned by the Hungarian government’s decision today to enact a new law which equips the Hungarian government with draconian tools that can be used to intimidate and punish those with views not shared by the ruling party. The “Sovereign Defense Authority” could be used to subject Hungarian citizens, businesses, and organizations […]

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Passport processing times have returned to our pre-pandemic norm. As of December 18, 2023, passport applications will be processed within 6-8 weeks for routine service and 2-3 weeks for expedited service, which costs an additional $60. With this update, we have fulfilled our commitment to return to benchmarks from March 2020. This reflects the work […]

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