United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release June 1, 2023 Statement by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on LGBTQI+ Pride Month Pride Month is a time to celebrate the progress that we have made so far in securing protections for the human rights of the LGBTQI+ community. It …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 5 June, 2023 | Topics: Fundamental Freedoms, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Public Affairs
WHITE HOUSE MAY 17, 2023 Everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and equality—no matter whom they love, or how they identify. On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, we reaffirm our commitment to this ongoing work and stand with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) people around the world. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 18 May, 2023 | Topics: Culture, Fundamental Freedoms, Gender Issues, Government Offices, Health Issues, History, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Public Affairs, Western Hemisphere
United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release May 15, 2023 Media Note: Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield Announces United States to Join Council of Europe’s Register of Damage for Ukraine The United States has expressed its intent to join the Council of Europe’s “Register of Damage Caused by …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 18 May, 2023 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Officials, Moscow, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Russia
WHITE HOUSE MAY 12, 2023 Chemical weapons have wrought unthinkable horrors upon our world, and should never again be developed or deployed—period. That’s the commitment the world made when the Chemical Weapons Convention created the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in 1997—and it’s a commitment we must renew every day until our world …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 15 May, 2023 | Topics: Environment, Events, Fundamental Freedoms, History, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Science & Tech
MAY 03, 2023 Journalism is not a crime—it is fundamental to a free society. Today, as we mark the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we honor all the journalists, reporters, and media workers who bravely pursue the truth. And, we renew our pledge to hold to account all those that seek to silence these …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 3 May, 2023 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 27, 2023 The United States has no higher commitment than bringing home wrongfully detained Americans. Today, we are promoting accountability for those responsible for wrongfully detaining U.S. nationals abroad. Our actions are a clear and direct warning to those around the world who wrongfully detain U.S. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 28 April, 2023 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Officials, Moscow, Near East & North Africa, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia, U.S. Secretary of State
WHITE HOUSE APRIL 24, 2023 Today, we pause to remember the lives lost during the Meds Yeghern—the Armenian genocide— and renew our pledge to never forget. On April 24, 1915, Ottoman authorities arrested Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople—the start of a systematic campaign of violence against the Armenian community. In the years that …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 25 April, 2023 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, History, Human Rights, Near East & North Africa, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States
THE WHITE HOUSE APRIL 20, 2023 Jill and I extend our best wishes to Muslim communities across the country and around the world as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr and conclude the holy month of Ramadan. With the sighting of the crescent moon, Eid al-Fitr is a festive celebration where Muslims feast after the holy month …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 21 April, 2023 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs
The Royal Castle in Warsaw Warsaw, Poland 5:39 P.M. CET THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Poland! (Applause.) One of our great allies. President Duda, Prime Minister — Mr. Prime Minister, Mr. Mayor, and to all the former ministers and presidents, as well as mayors and Polish political leaders from all across the country: Thank you for welcoming …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 February, 2023 | Topics: Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
THE WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS DECEMBER 06, 2022 On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor the memories of the 2,403 service members and civilians whose lives were cut short on that tragic December morning. We reflect on the resilience of America’s Armed Forces, who withstood the attack and built the most capable …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 December, 2022 | Topics: History, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
THE WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM STATEMENTS AND RELEASES NOVEMBER 23, 2022 Even as the brave Ukrainian people continue to defend their democracy and freedom from Russia’s brutal aggression, we pause to also honor the victims of past injustices and horrors inflicted on Ukraine. This November marks the anniversary of the Holodomor — “death by hunger.” …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 28 November, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, History, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
OCTOBER 12, 2022 Today, the overwhelming majority of the world—nations from every region, large and small, representing a wide array of ideologies and governments – voted to defend the United Nations Charter and condemn Russia’s illegal attempt to annex Ukrainian territory by force. 143 nations stood on the side of freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity—even …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 13 October, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases
OCTOBER 04, 2022 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES For Jewish communities across the United States and around the world, Yom Kippur is a sacred and solemn occasion. During this holiest of days, Jews come together to fast, reflect, and repent; to take stock of their actions in the past year, seek forgiveness, and commit to doing better …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 5 October, 2022 | Topics: Culture, News, President of the United States
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 The United States condemns Russia’s fraudulent attempt today to annex sovereign Ukrainian territory. Russia is violating international law, trampling on the United Nations Charter, and showing its contempt for peaceful nations everywhere. Make no mistake: these actions have no legitimacy. The United States will always honor Ukraine’s internationally recognized borders. We will …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 30 September, 2022 | Topics: News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States
THE WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The United States will never recognize Ukrainian territory as anything other than part of Ukraine. Russia’s referenda are a sham – a false pretext to try to annex parts of Ukraine by force in flagrant violation of international law, including the United Nations Charter. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 September, 2022 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Key Officials, News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases
United Nations Headquarters New York, New York SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 11:08 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, my fellow leaders, in the last year, our world has experienced great upheaval: a growing crisis in food insecurity; record heat, floods, and droughts; COVID-19; inflation; and a brutal, needless war — a war …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 23 September, 2022 | Topics: Key Officials, Policy, President of the United States, Speeches
THE WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM STATEMENTS AND RELEASES SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 Today, in his address to the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. announced over $2.9 billion in new assistance from the U.S. Government to address global food insecurity. President Biden’s announcement builds on the $6.9 billion in …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 September, 2022 | Topics: Agriculture, Fact Sheets, Fundamental Freedoms, Health Issues, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
SEPTEMBER 08, 2022 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was more than a monarch. She defined an era. In a world of constant change, she was a steadying presence and a source of comfort and pride for generations of Britons, including many who have never known their country without her. An enduring admiration for Queen Elizabeth …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 12 September, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
AUGUST 30, 2022 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Mikhail Gorbachev was a man of remarkable vision. When he came to power, the Cold War had gone on for nearly 40 years and communism for even longer, with devastating consequences. Few high-level Soviet officials had the courage to admit that things needed to change. As a member of …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 31 August, 2022 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. President Biden reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. President Biden made clear that the United States would respond swiftly and decisively, together with its Allies and partners, to any further Russian aggression against Ukraine. The …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 13 February, 2022 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Joseph R. Biden
AUGUST 16, 2021 SPEECHES AND REMARKS East Room 4:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I want to speak today to the unfolding situation in Afghanistan: the developments that have taken place in the last week and the steps we’re taking to address the rapidly evolving events. My national security team and I have been …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 17 August, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
JULY 09, 2021 President Biden spoke today with President Putin. The leaders commended the joint work of their respective teams following the U.S.-Russia Summit that led to the unanimous renewal of cross-border humanitarian assistance to Syria today in the UN Security Council. President Biden also spoke with President Putin about the ongoing ransomware attacks by …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 9 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia
June 16, 2021 Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives Geneva, Switzerland 7:20 P.M. CEST THE PRESIDENT: It’s been a long day for you all. (Laughs.) I know it was easy getting into the — the pre-meeting. There was no problem getting through those doors, was it — was there? Anyway, hello, everyone. Well, I’ve just finished …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, U.S. & Russia
JUNE 16, 2021 We, President of the United States of America Joseph R. Biden and President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, note the United States and Russia have demonstrated that, even in periods of tension, they are able to make progress on our shared goals of ensuring predictability in the strategic sphere, reducing the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. traveled to Cornwall, UK; Brussels, Belgium; and Geneva, Switzerland. On June 10-12, President Biden took part in the G7 meeting in Cornwall. The President then took part in the NATO Summit on June 14 and also participated in the U.S.-EU Summit on June 15, both in Brussels. Finally, President Biden …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 16 June, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
JUNE 14, 2021 NATO Headquarters Brussels, Belgium 9:28 P.M. CEST THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Before I turn to today’s meetings, I want to say a short word about our ongoing fight against COVID-19 at home. We’ve made enormous progress in the United States. Much of the country is returning to normal, and our economic growth …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 14 June, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
11 June, 2021 Today, President Biden welcomed the historic commitment of the leaders of the G7 and guest countries to provide more than 1 billion additional COVID-19 vaccines for the world, starting this summer, of which the United States will contribute half a billion doses. This commitment forms the basis of a comprehensive set of …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 12 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases
An Op-ed by President Biden in The Washington Post.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases
MAY 25, 2021 President Biden will meet with President Putin in Geneva, Switzerland on June 16, 2021. The leaders will discuss the full range of pressing issues, as we seek to restore predictability and stability to the U.S.-Russia relationship. ###
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia
MAY 24, 2021 Belarus’s forced diversion of a commercial Ryanair flight, traveling between two member states of the European Union, and subsequent removal and arrest of Raman Pratasevich, a Belarusian journalist traveling abroad, are a direct affront to international norms. The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms both the diversion of the plane …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States
APRIL 22, 2021 East Room 8:07 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Madam Vice President. Good morning to all of our colleagues around the world — the world leaders who are taking part in this summit. I thank you. You know, your leadership on this issue is a statement to the people of your nation …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
APRIL 22, 2021 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 vision of a …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
APRIL 14, 2021 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany. The two leaders underscored their strong commitment to the transatlantic relationship and pledged to continue working closely together on shared priorities, including combating COVID-19, strengthening global health security, and addressing the climate crisis. The leaders …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
APRIL 13, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. They discussed a number of regional and global issues, including the intent of the United States and Russia to pursue a strategic stability dialogue on a range of arms control and emerging security issues, building on the extension of …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia
MARCH 26, 2021 • THE WIHTE HOUSE Today, President Biden invited 40 world leaders to the Leaders Summit on Climate he will host on April 22 and 23. The virtual Leaders Summit will be live streamed for public viewing. President Biden took action his first day in office to return the United States to the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 26, 2021 Seven years ago today, Russia violated international law, the norms by which modern countries engage one another, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of its neighbor Ukraine when it invaded Crimea. The United States continues to stand with Ukraine and its allies and partners today, as it has from the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches
This February, during Black History Month, I call on the American people to honor the history and achievements of Black Americans and to reflect on the centuries of struggle that have brought us to this time of reckoning, redemption, and hope. We have never fully lived up to the founding principles of this Nation –- …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 9 February, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
U.S. Department of State Headquarters Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. February 4, 2021 2:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary, it’s great to be here with you. And I’ve been looking forward a long time to be able to call you “Mr. Secretary.” Good afternoon, everyone. It’s an honor to be back at the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 5 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on International Holocaust Remembrance Day Today, we join together with people from nations around the world to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day by remembering the 6 million Jews, as well as the Roma and Sinti, Slavs, disabled persons, LGBTQ+ individuals, and many …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
JANUARY 26, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. They discussed both countries’ willingness to extend New START for five years, agreeing to have their teams work urgently to complete the extension by February 5. They also agreed to explore strategic stability discussions on a range of arms …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
ACCEPTANCE ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA I, Joseph R. Biden Jr., President of the United States of America, having seen and considered the Paris Agreement, done at Paris on December 12, 2015, do hereby accept the said Agreement and every article and clause thereof on behalf of the United States of America. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 January, 2021 | Topics: Environment, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
JANUARY 20, 2021 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The United States was built on a foundation of religious freedom and tolerance, a principle enshrined in the United States Constitution. Nevertheless, the previous administration enacted a number of Executive Orders and Presidential Proclamations that prevented certain individuals from entering the United States — …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
The United States Capitol 11:52 AM EST THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
The President’s National Space Policy , released yesterday, outlines America’s principles and goals regarding our national interests and activities in space. The policy reaffirms America’s leadership in outer space, emphasizes the importance of the commercial space sector to economic growth, and reaffirms the importance of all nations acting responsibly for the safety, stability, security, and long-term sustainability …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: Space exploration, Space Policy
Issued on: September 18, 2020 Today, our Nation mourns the loss of a titan of the law. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg served more than 27 years as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States—notably just the second woman to be appointed to the Court. She was a loving wife to her …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 19 September, 2020 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
Melania joins me in sending our warmest greetings on Eid al-Fitr. At the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the day of Eid through prayer and reflection. This sacred day provides Muslims, both in the United States and around the world, an opportunity to renew their commitment to help those less fortunate, …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 3 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 2, 2018 “The United States has launched a campaign of economic pressure to deny the regime the funds it needs to advance its bloody agenda.” – President Donald J. Trump REIMPOSING ALL SANCTIONS: President Donald J. Trump is reimposing the toughest sanctions ever …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 3 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases
The White House United Nations Headquarters New York, New York September 25, 2018 10:38 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for the first time in this grand hall. I addressed the threats facing our world, and I presented a vision …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 12, 2018 “We’re going to take strong action to secure our election systems and the process.” – President Donald J. Trump PROTECTING OUR ELECTIONS: President Donald J. Trump is issuing an Executive Order that will work to respond to and deter foreign attempts …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump and President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation will meet on July 16, 2018, in Helsinki, Finland. The two leaders will discuss relations between the United States and Russia and a range of national security issues.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release June 15, 2018 Melania and I wish Muslims across the United States and around the world a blessed Eid al-Fitr. Eid marks the end of a month of reflection and a return to daily life with a renewed sense of joy and love for …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 15 June, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad through fellowship and prayer. Many observe this holy time by fasting, performing acts of charity, reciting prayers, and reading the Quran.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans: Today, I want to update the world on our efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The Iranian regime is the leading state sponsor of terror. It exports dangerous missiles, fuels conflicts across the Middle East, and supports terrorist proxies and militias such as Hezbollah, Hamas, the Taliban, …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Washington – Today President Donald J. Trump announced his decision to cease the United States’ participation in the JCPOA and begin reimposing U.S. nuclear-related sanctions on the Iranian regime. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is taking immediate action to implement the President’s decision.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 2, 2018 State Department Washington, D.C. 11:17 A.M. EDT The President: Thank you. I must say, that’s more spirit that I’ve heard from the State Department in a long time — many years. (Laughter.) We can say many years, and maybe many decades. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 2 May, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release April 6, 2018 “It is more important than ever before to come together as Americans. We cannot allow those seeking to sow confusion, discord, and rancor to be successful.” – President Donald J. Trump NEW ACTIONS STANDING UP TO RUSSIA: President Donald J. Trump’s …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 6 April, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The two leaders discussed the state of bilateral relations and resolved to continue dialogue about mutual national security priorities and challenges. President Trump congratulated President Putin on his March 18 re-election, and emphasized the importance of denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula. The two leaders …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 21 March, 2018 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. January 30, 2018[Following are excerpts related to U.S. foreign policy.] Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: * * * * America has also finally turned the page on decades of unfair trade …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC December 20, 2017 Today the State Department submitted to Congress the fifth annual report on the U.S. government’s actions to implement the Act. As part of this report, the State Department, in consultation with the Treasury Department, submitted to Congress the list of individuals who have been …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 21 December, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
National Security & Defense Issued on: December 18, 2017 Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Washington, D.C. 2:03 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Thank you. Please. I want to thank Vice President Pence, along with the many members of my Cabinet here with us today. I also want to thank all …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump A NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY FOR A NEW ERA: Less than a year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump is …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 19 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House December 17, 2017 President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia called President Donald J. Trump today to thank him for the advanced warning the United States intelligence agencies provided to Russia concerning a major terror plot in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Based on the information the United States provided, Russian authorities were able to …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 18 December, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
In 1995, Congress adopted the Jerusalem Embassy Act, urging the federal government to relocate the American embassy to Jerusalem and to recognize that that city — and so importantly — is Israel’s capital. This act passed Congress by an overwhelming bipartisan majority and was reaffirmed by a unanimous vote of the Senate only six months …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Trump recognized Jerusalem, the ancient capital of the Jewish people, as the capital of the State of Israel.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 21, 2017 President Donald J. Trump today spoke with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia for more than one hour. The presidents affirmed their support for the Joint Statement of the United States and the Russian Federation, issued at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Trump and President Putin today, meeting on the margins of the APEC conference in Da Nang, Vietnam, confirmed their determination to defeat ISIS in Syria. They expressed their satisfaction with successful U.S.-Russia enhanced de-confliction efforts between U.S. and Russian military professionals that have dramatically accelerated ISIS’s losses on the battlefield in recent months.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 12 November, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House October 13, 2017 Diplomatic Reception Room
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 14 October, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump, in consultation with his national security team, has approved a new strategy for Iran.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 13 October, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2017 Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Russia Jon Huntsman Jr. President Donald J. Trump met with U.S. Ambassador to Russia Jon Huntsman Jr., and his wife, Mary Kaye Huntsman, to wish them well as they return …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Political Affairs, President of the United States | Tags: Ambassador Huntsman, Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 19, 2017 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 20 September, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 11, 2017 Remarks by President Trump at the 9/11 Memorial Observance The Pentagon Arlington, Virginia 9:49 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, General. Thank you very much, ladies and gentlemen. I want to thank you, Secretary Mattis, General Dunford, members of the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 12 September, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The world has received North Korea’s latest message loud and clear: this regime has signaled its contempt for its neighbors, for all members of the United Nations, and for minimum standards of acceptable international behavior.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 30 August, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump: “Yet despite its problems, I am signing this bill for the sake of national unity. It represents the will of the American people to see Russia take steps to improve relations with the United States. We hope there will be cooperation between our two countries on major global issues so that …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 3 August, 2017 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release July 7, 2017 PRESS BRIEFING BY SECRETARY OF STATE TILLERSON AND SECRETARY OF TREASURY MNUCHIN ON THE PRESIDENT’S MEETINGS AT THE G20 Hamburg Messe Hamburg, Germany 7:18 P.M. CET SECRETARY MNUCHIN: Hi, everybody. I just want to highlight very briefly, and then …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 8 July, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Rex Tillerson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release July 6, 2017 Krasiński Square Warsaw, Poland 1:16 P.M. CEST MRS. TRUMP: Hello, Poland! Thank you very much. My husband and I have enjoyed visiting your beautiful country. I want to thank President and Mrs. Duda for the warm welcome and their …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 July, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 6, 2017 Royal Castle Warsaw, Poland 11:17 A.M. CEST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you. I greatly appreciate it. This is a beautiful room, I must say. I love beautiful rooms and this is one of them. I want to thank you, President and President. …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 July, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
” I am fighting every day for the great people of this country. Therefore, in order to fulfill my solemn duty to protect America and its citizens, the United States will withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord — (applause) — thank you, thank you — but begin negotiations to reenter either the Paris Accord or …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
“This ceremony is a day for both remembrance and resolve. We remember and mourn those nearly 3,000 innocent people who were brutally murdered by terrorists on September 11th, 2001. Our NATO allies responded swiftly and decisively, invoking for the first time in its history the Article 5 collective defense commitments. The recent attack on Manchester …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 26 May, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump met with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov of Russia, following on the visit of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to Moscow last month. President Trump emphasized the need to work together to end the conflict in Syria, in particular, underscoring the need for Russia to rein in the Assad regime, Iran, and …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 11 May, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Trump’s Cabinet is nearly in place. Who are the men and women who make up this important group, and what do they do? The term “Cabinet” is never mentioned in the U.S. Constitution, but the video explains where the term came from and what Cabinet members do. Below are the names and faces that make up …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 20 April, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Video | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release April 07, 2017 Briefing by Secretary Tillerson, Secretary Mnuchin, and Secretary Ross on President Trump’s Meetings with President Xi of China Tideline Resort and Spa Palm Beach, Florida 3:58 P.M. EDT MR. SPICER: Hi, guys. So this is being streamed back to both the …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Rex Tillerson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release April 6, 2017 STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON SYRIA Mar-a-Lago, Florida 9:40 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans: On Tuesday, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad launched a horrible chemical weapons attack on innocent civilians. Using a deadly nerve agent, Assad choked out …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Syria
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release March 06, 2017 Executive Order Protecting The Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into The United States EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – PROTECTING THE NATION FROM FOREIGN TERRORIST ENTRY INTO THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Implementing Immediate Heightened Screening and Vetting of Applications for Visas and Other Immigration Benefits, Ensuring Enforcement of All Laws for Entry into the United States, and Increasing Transparency among Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government and for the American People.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 7 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Policy, President of the United States, Travel & Tourism | Tags: Donald J. Trump
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our nation’s path towards civil rights and the work that still …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Trump has signed many documents since his January 20 inauguration. These documents set out Trump’s policies on health care and international trade, among other things. Some of these measures are called executive orders. Others are considered White House or presidential memoranda. So what’s the difference? Executive orders vs. memoranda Both executive orders and memoranda …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 2 February, 2017 | Topics: Government Offices, History, News, President of the United States, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Donald J. Trump received a congratulatory call today from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The call lasted approximately one hour and ranged in topics from mutual cooperation in defeating ISIS to efforts in working together to achieve more peace throughout the world including Syria. The positive call was a significant start to improving the relationship …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 28 January, 2017 | Topics: Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Russia | Tags: Donald J. Trump
“It is with a heavy heart and somber mind that we remember and honor the victims, survivors, heroes of the Holocaust. It is impossible to fully fathom the depravity and horror inflicted on innocent people by Nazi terror. “Yet, we know that in the darkest hours of humanity, light shines the brightest. As we remember …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 27 January, 2017 | Topics: History, News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
President Trump delivered this inaugural address on January 20, 2017. THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, President Carter, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, fellow Americans, and people of the world: thank you. We, the citizens of America, are now joined in a great national effort to rebuild our country and restore its promise for all of …
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 20 January, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 45th president of the United States on January 20. As he takes the oath of office, it will be in front a backdrop of five flags. Here’s what the flags represent.
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By U.S. Mission Russia | 19 January, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump