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PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MAY 7, 2021 The United States is extremely concerned about ongoing confrontations in Jerusalem, including on the Haram al-Sharif / Temple Mount and in Sheikh Jarrah, which have reportedly resulted in scores of injured people. There is no excuse for violence, but such bloodshed is especially disturbing now, coming as it does on …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 2, 2021 Tomorrow, the United States joins the international community in celebrating World Press Freedom Day. Information and knowledge are powerful tools, and a free and independent press is the core institution connecting publics to the information they need to advocate for themselves, make informed decisions, …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 1, 2021 An interagency delegation consisting of U.S. State Department Counselor Derek Chollet and National Security Council Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa Brett McGurk, as well as Acting Assistant Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs Joey Hood and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East Dana Stroul, will …
Read More» APRIL 24, 2021 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Each year on this day, we remember the lives of all those who died in the Ottoman-era Armenian genocide and recommit ourselves to preventing such an atrocity from ever again occurring. Beginning on April 24, 1915, with the arrest of Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 23, 2021 Today, I am announcing that Jeffrey Feltman will serve as the U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa. This appointment underscores the Administration’s commitment to lead an international diplomatic effort to address the interlinked political, security, and humanitarian crises in the Horn of Africa. Having held senior positions in …
Read More» Rodney Hunter Political Coordinator New York, New York April 22, 2021 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. And thank you, to you and the other members of the Council, for bearing with us as we’ve dealt with some of these technical issues this morning. And thank you again, Special Coordinator Wennesland and Acting Director Paulsen, …
Read More» APRIL 22, 2021 • PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS On April 22, 1970, millions of Americans rallied together to protect the right of all of us to live free from environmental hazard and harm. On that first Earth Day, they gathered all across America — on college campuses, in public parks, and State capitals — galvanized by a …
Read More» APRIL 22, 2021 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Building on Past U.S. Leadership, including Efforts by States, Cities, Tribes, and Territories, the New Target Aims at 50-52 Percent Reduction in U.S. Greenhouse Gas Pollution from 2005 Levels in 2030 Today, President Biden will announce a new target for the United States to achieve a 50-52 percent …
Read More» APRIL 22, 2021 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES President Biden’s Executive Order on Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad (E.O. 14008, signed January 27, 2021) called for the preparation of a Climate Finance Plan (herein “Plan”). This Plan – the first of its kind in the U.S. government – focuses on international climate finance. …
Read More» SPEECH ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE PHILIP MERRILL ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND APRIL 19, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, good afternoon, everyone. And Will, thank you for a wonderful introduction. And thank you for lending us this absolutely spectacular setting and backdrop – certainly the best setting and backdrop I’ve had in my brief tenure as Secretary. And thanks so much …
Read More» REMARKS TO THE PRESS ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. APRIL 5, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon. Since the United States recorded its first COVID-19 death in February 2020, more than 550,000 Americans have died in the pandemic. More than 30 million Americans have been infected. Millions of Americans lost loved ones, often without having the …
Read More» Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of introspection, service, and compassion. In the United States, under normal circumstances, …
Read More» During his visit to Abu Dhabi, Chief of Staff of the US Army General James C. McConville met with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to discuss bilateral military cooperation.
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Chargé d’Affaires Steve Bondy and Minister of Tolerance HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak planted a ghaf tree on the grounds of the embassy, in honor of our shared commitment to tolerance, a value that is integral to both of our two countries. Tolerance and equality for all are cherished American beliefs, enshrined in the Declaration …
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The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Secretary and the Crown Prince discussed the heightened tensions in the region and the need for more robust maritime security in order to promote freedom of navigation in …
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John Bolton: Thank you all very much for coming out this morning. I’m glad to be here. I’ll be seeing the Crown Prince and Sheikh Tahnoon, who is my opposite number and the Foreign Ministry here a little bit later in the morning. Then I’ll be heading out to London this afternoon to …
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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and visiting U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton had an official meeting on Wednesday and discussed several issues of mutual concern, including joint coordination as part of the international efforts to counter violence, extremism, and …
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While in Abu Dhabi, General James Mattis, former U.S. Secretary of Defense, met with Chargé d’Affaires Steve Bondy and the Marine Security Guard Detachment, providing career words of wisdom from his previous Marine Corps days.
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The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today with Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates. The Secretary thanked the Foreign Minister for the United Arab Emirates’ support for UN Special Envoy for Yemen Martin Griffiths. The Secretary and the Foreign Minister agreed …
Read More» Today the President spoke with United Arab Emirates Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed. During the call the President thanked the Crown Prince for the UAE’s support in recovering United States citizen Danny Burch from captivity in Yemen and reuniting him with his family. They also discussed regional security issues and efforts to promote stability in …
Read More» Senior Advisor to the President Jared Kushner, Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt, and United States Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook met yesterday in the United Arab Emirates with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They discussed increasing cooperation between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, and the Trump Administration’s …
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Chargé d’Affaires Steve Bondy joined Lt. General Patricia E. McQuistion of the Association of the United States Army to open the American Pavilion at IDEX 2019, where more than 100 American companies exhibited the most innovative defense technologies.
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While in Abu Dhabi, United States National Security Adviser John Bolton met with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss Iran, Yemen, Afghanistan, counterterrorism, and a range of other issues.
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Charge d’Affaires Steve Bondy and Mrs. Meghan Bondy welcomed His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Mabarak Al Nahyan, who honored us by attending the farewell reception for our dear Embassy colleague, Nadia Ibrahim. After 33 years of dedicated service, Nadia is known and loved by many in the UAE, and while we will be sad to see …
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, held talks with U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis in the capital on September 7. They discussed increasing defense and military ties as well as regional and international issues. They exchanged views on efforts being made to address …
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General Joseph Votel, Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) met Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on September 3. They explored ways of further solidifying friendly bilateral ties and reviewed prospects of coordination and cooperation in defense and military fields. They also discussed an array of issues of mutual interest.
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Today we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Today also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, and Tyrone Woods. The diverse nationalities of the victims of 9/11 and the attack in …
Read More» The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met on July 10 in Abu Dhabi with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates. The Secretary thanked the Crown Prince and the Foreign Minister for the United Arab …
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THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, a short time ago, I ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch precision strikes on targets associated with the chemical weapons capabilities of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. A combined operation with the armed forces of France and the United Kingdom is now underway. We thank them both. Tonight, I …
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